Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
A direct flight from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport takes 1 hour 2 minutes (on average). Milan's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Zurich.
Flights from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport start from 05:55 — the earliest with SWISS. The last departure is the 22:40 option with SWISS. In total, you can take your pick of 46 weekly services from ZRH to MXP.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
SWISS is your gateway to exploring Milan (and perhaps some other great parts of Italy!). Look through the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Italy, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ZRH to MXP.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
C$87 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Return flights start from C$184. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ZRH to MXP.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Zurich to Zurich Airport takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Milan. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 45 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 53 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Milan in February.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from ZRH to MXP in January if you like 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 lay your head, you can find the top stays in Milan right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from ZRH to MXP:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are attractions you won't want to skip in Milan.
Explore your options for flying into Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN). They're alternative international airports serving Milan.
Complete your Milan trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Milano Malpensa Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Milan.