Travelling from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
8 hours 46 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Milan is 6 hours ahead of Chicago. Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 7 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 21:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from ORD to MXP is with United at 22:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to MXP, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're getting away during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) operate out of this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport with United. This popular carrier offers services from ORD.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Chicago to MXP departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
From central Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking to fly out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) out of this hub.
United has direct flights from Chicago to MXP leaving from MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport, browse these options when taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to MXP, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milano Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport is C$407. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$767. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Chicago to MXP. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Milan. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to MXP in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are must-visits when exploring Milan.
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