Traveling from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): what you need to know
Amilcar Cabral International Airport is located in Cape Verde. The city operates in the UTC-1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Milan.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) is the most popular route. There are 0 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Cabo Verde Airlines at 18:00. Choose the first MXP to SID departure with Cabo Verde Airlines at 18:00 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to SID, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Milan to SID departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The distance from central Milan to MXP is about 48 kilometers. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Prefer to leave from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? You can reserve a direct flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Milan to SID with Cabo Verde Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of BGY.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can reach BGY from the center of Milan in about 58 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes to travel the 64 kilometers or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Milan to SID? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Book a hotel close to SID if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to central Cape Verde
Central Cape Verde is around 137 kilometers from Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport is $129. The cheapest price for a return flight is $263. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Milan to SID if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a deal you won't want to miss. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Milan to SID every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Verde. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cape Verde is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Milan to SID in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Milan to Amilcar Cabral International Airport in March when temperatures average between 19ºC and 26ºC.
More about Cape Verde
Of course, you'll want to tour some sights while you're in Cape Verde. Museu Da Pesca should be one of the first things on your itinerary.
