Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai seven hours ahead of Milan.
Flights from MXP to PVG start from 11:30 — the first with Air China. The last departure is at 12:30 with Air China. Overall, there are ten weekly Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MXP to PVG flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air China.
Air China is the most punctual carrier operating MXP to PVG flights. A reliable 92.98% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MXP and PVG:
Frankfurt Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Rs78,649 is the lowest price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs156,767. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from MXP to PVG by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from MXP to PVG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MXP:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near PVG:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MXP to PVG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.