Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
Leave enough time to catch your RDU to MXP flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and MXP:
Frankfurt Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is Rs57,876. A round-trip fare is currently Rs111,120. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to MXP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to MXP.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RDU.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MXP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Milan and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Milan. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Milan in January.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you want to go to Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are the start of reasons to visit.
