Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is eight hours behind Milan and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your MXP to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MXP and SFO:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Right now, Rs106,811 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs155,717. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MXP to SFO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MXP to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights that leave from Milano Malpensa Airport land at their destination on time.
Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MXP:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Francisco in February.
Before locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MXP to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key reasons to visit.
