Travelling from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Explore your options for setting off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 16 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Rome and Milan (where Milano Malpensa Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to MXP.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport departing FCO include:
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Planning to leave from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) departing from this hub.
When jetting off from CIA, you'll have a choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Rome to MXP. Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers:
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 42 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to MXP, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options 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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport, C$48 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$98. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
We recommend booking 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Rome to MXP within that timeframe.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport if you plan your break for May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Milan in February when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Rome to MXP for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Milan right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Milan must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
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