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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs163,400. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Milan.Rs86,097 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,097, select.
Milan.Rs90,975 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,975, select.
Milan.Rs91,454 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,454, select.
Milan.Rs94,779 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs94,779, select.
Milan.Rs95,286 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,286, select.
Milan.Rs96,681 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,681, select.
Milan.Rs97,045 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,045, select.
Milan.Rs97,055 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,055, select.
Milan.Rs97,226 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,226, select.
Milan.Rs97,372 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,372, select.
Milan.Rs103,021 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs103,021, select.
Milan.Rs104,288 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs104,288, select.
Milan.Rs116,017 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Jun, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs116,017, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from Rs95,286
Aug
from Rs90,975
Sep
from Rs94,779
Oct
from Rs86,097
Nov
from Rs96,681
Dec
from Rs91,454
Jan
from Rs97,372
Feb
from Rs97,055
Mar
from Rs97,045
Apr
from Rs103,021
May
from Rs104,288
Jun
from Rs116,017

San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Milan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milan Malpensa.

Milan Linate

7km from central Milan
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Milan Malpensa

41km from central Milan
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Milan Bergamo

46km from central Milan
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San Francisco to Milan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs86,097
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa is Rs153,713. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs153,713.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Milan Malpensa is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Milan Malpensa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milan Malpensa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Brussels Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Milan Malpensa.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know

  • Milan is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SFO to MXP flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and MXP:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Munich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is Rs86,097. A return fare right now is Rs153,713. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to MXP if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SFO to MXP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan

  • From Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Milan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC then.

Explore more of Italy

  • You've done Milan, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.

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