Travelling from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The average length of a direct London to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is 2 hours.
Milan is one hour ahead of London. Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), with 24 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from LHR to MXP is the 7:20am British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 8:45pm with British Airways.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to MXP, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Take the express route from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) can be booked from here.
British Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from London to Milano Malpensa Airport jetting out of LHR.
The top choice among passengers flying between LHR and MXP is British Airways.
The top on-time carrier on this route is British Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 74.3% of the time.
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Thinking of flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flight tickets are available from here.
easyJet offers direct flights from London to MXP departing from LGW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
easyJet is the most popular choice for passengers flying from LGW to MXP.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
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69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Get ready to board and go from Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Milano Malpensa Airport can be booked from here.
Prepare for takeoff with Ryanair. It offers direct London to MXP flight tickets from STN.
The most frequently booked airline between STN and MXP is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating on this route, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Milano Malpensa Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late flight from London to Milano Malpensa Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your London to Milano Malpensa Airport flight.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to central Milan is about 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
At the moment, Rs5,515 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Milano Malpensa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs11,030. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from London to MXP, book your flight ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap London to Milano Malpensa Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). July is the peak month for travel to Milan. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your London to MXP flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Milano Malpensa Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from London to Milano Malpensa Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
The Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Milan to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 105 kilometres south-west to Turin to check off its leading attractions. From Museo Nazionale del Cinema to Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Italy, consider Genoa, roughly 137 kilometres south of Milan. Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes are among the biggest draws.
