Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is 7 hours ahead of Milan.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from MXP to Kuala Lumpur.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from MXP to Kuala Lumpur, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can visit Malaysia for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Italy. But before reserving your flight tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or another reason.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 53 minutes.
Have an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MXP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Kuala Lumpur
C$357 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$672. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MXP to Kuala Lumpur, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from MXP to Kuala Lumpur every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is about 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
It'll take around 4 hours and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Once your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 27 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 24 kilometres from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 32 minutes.
After your flight from MXP to Kuala Lumpur, settle in at a hotel close to SZB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
August is the most popular month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur. To avoid the crowds, head for Kuala Lumpur in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from MXP to Kuala Lumpur in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kuala Lumpur
After locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Kuala Lumpur, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are top attractions which should feature on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with a car rental
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