Travelling from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Bangkok. Check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Expect to be in the air for 12 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport flight.
Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours behind Bangkok.
The busiest route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). You can choose from 7 direct services each week. Thai Airways International operates a 12:35am departure between BKK and MXP.
Your flight from Bangkok to MXP won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Fly without interruptions from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) operate from here.
When departing from BKK, you can take a direct flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport with Thai Airways International.
Thai Airways International ranks first in bookings for flights from BKK to MXP.
Thai Airways International tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 90.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to MXP leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport. Check out these connections between Don Mueang International Airport and MXP:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Bangkok to MXP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Milan. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Rs63,061 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport. A return flight starts from Rs142,399. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book nine months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bangkok to MXP.
The best month for scoring cheap Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Find an affordable flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Milan. July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to MXP flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Milano Malpensa Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
The Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Milan travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres south-west of Milan, a visit to Turin will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Genoa, about 137 kilometres south of Milan. Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes are among the biggest draws.
