Flying from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Explore your options for heading out from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Milan. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to JNB, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Milan to JNB with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MXP and JNB include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport, check out these options when departing from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Milan to JNB flight? Relax in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Booking a flight ticket from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to cheaper fares. When departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to JNB:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Milano Linate Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive when they should. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Have a late flight from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near JNB and get cosy, quick:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg is about 23 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport is Rs115,637. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs144,628. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Milan to JNB, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Johannesburg. July is when most people book flights from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Milan to JNB flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to O.R. Tambo International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Johannesburg should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Apartheid Museum, Top of Africa and Constitution Hill.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel about 257 kilometres south-west to Welkom to tick off its top sights. From Up Town Park to Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in South Africa, consider Newcastle, about 241 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg. Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park are highlights.
