Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Seattle: what you need to know
Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 8 hours behind Milan.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from MXP to Seattle.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MXP to Seattle. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from Italy, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 53 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near MXP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Seattle
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle is C$481. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$647. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MXP to Seattle, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 54 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
The trip will take approximately 23 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MXP to Seattle, settle in at a hotel near LKE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before booking a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MXP to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seattle right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are a couple of big attractions to add to your Seattle to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to LMN Architects.
Complete your Seattle trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Seattle and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Seattle.