Travelling from Johannesburg to Milan: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Milan departing from here.
When arriving in Milan, get off the plane at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is another way to get to this city.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to Milan. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
To travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Milan.
Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Johannesburg to Milan departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Milan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 53 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Milan. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've disembarked your flight from Johannesburg to Milan, expect a drive time of approximately 58 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
There are some cosy stays to drop your things at near BGY. Kick back after your flight from Johannesburg to Milan at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Milan
Right now, $639 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Milan. The cheapest price for a return flight is $717. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Milan. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Milan is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Milan. To escape the crowds, go to Milan in February.
When booking your flight from Johannesburg to Milan, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Milan, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are major attractions which should feature on any good Milan itinerary.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Milan. Whether you're after a compact ride, spacious sedan or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
