Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Milan.
To avoid missing your MXP to Johannesburg flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from MXP to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MXP:
68.23% of flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Johannesburg
R 5,976 is currently the best price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 7,645. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MXP to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MXP to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MXP to Johannesburg flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Visit Johannesburg during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are major attractions which should feature on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Pietermaritzburg to check off its popular sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bloemfontein is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
