Milan in March is cold, grey, and €7 for a drink. Sal is the opposite: 25°C, white sand, and a plate of fresh grilled tuna for €8. EasyJet flies non-stop from Malpensa to the Cape Verde archipelago from €163 return. That is cheaper than a weekend in Rome.
✈️ The Deal
- From: Milan Malpensa (MXP), Italy
- To: Sal, Cape Verde (SID)
- Airline: EasyJet
- Stops: Non-stop
- Price: €163 – €199 return
- Luggage: Hand baggage only (max. 56 × 45 × 25 cm)
- When: March, April, May, June
Example dates:
- 06/03/2026 – 13/03/2026
- 03/04/2026 – 10/04/2026
- 01/05/2026 – 08/05/2026
- 05/06/2026 – 12/06/2026
💰 How Far Does Your Money Go?
In Santa Maria, the island's main town, the prato do dia — fresh catch of the day with rice and salad — costs around €8. A beer is €3, less than half what you pay at any bar in Milan. You can eat, drink, and sit in the sun all day for what a single dinner at a Navigli trattoria costs.
☀️ The Weather
Milan in March sits at 9°C and usually rains. April barely reaches 13°C. Sal holds between 22°C and 26°C from March through June, with almost zero rainfall and a steady Atlantic breeze that keeps it comfortable rather than humid. The sea is around 22°C in spring and warms to 25°C by June. Pack light.
🏨 Where to Stay
Santa Maria is the right base: walkable, beachfront, and lively in the evenings.
Branco Sea Holiday Apartments — 9.8/10 · From €45/night Central, with ocean views and great value. Ideal if you want space and the freedom to do your own thing. 👉 Book here
Hotel Morabeza — 8.6/10 · From €90/night Cape Verde's most beloved hotel. Beachfront, three pools, colonial charm, and staff who remember your name by day two. 👉 Book here
Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa — 8.8/10 · From €150/night Adults-only, swim-up rooms, direct beach access. Pure relaxation with no compromises. 👉 Book here
🎯 What to Do
Sal is small enough to cross in 20 minutes. It still packs a lot in.
Kitesurfing at Ponta Preta — One of the best kitesurfing spots on the planet. Trade winds blow reliably from March to June. Lessons available for complete beginners. 👉 Book a lesson
Float in the Pedra de Lume Salt Crater — A volcanic crater filled with water so saline you float without trying. Part spa, part geological wonder. Unique to Sal. 👉 More info
Island tour by 4x4 — Buracona's Blue Eye natural pool, Murdeira Bay, and the ghost town of Terra Boa in one day. A full guided tour costs around €40 per person. 👉 Book a tour
Funaná nights in Santa Maria — Traditional Cape Verdean music mixing African rhythms with Portuguese accordion. Beachside bars, live sets, and full-moon parties. Save the energy. 👉 Santa Maria
🗺️ Where to Go From Here
Sal has Cape Verde's best flight connections. Use it as a gateway.
Boa Vista — White sand dunes, sea turtles, and quieter beaches. A 30-minute domestic flight or a day-trip ferry ride away.
Santiago (Praia) — The capital. African in feel, Portuguese in architecture. Ribeira Grande is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Domestic flights from Sal from €50.
São Vicente (Mindelo) — The cultural heart of Cape Verde. Carnival, jazz bars, and colonial streets painted in every colour. Worth an extra night.
Seats at €163 with EasyJet direct from Malpensa will not last long. Check dates and book here.
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