Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SYD and MXP include:
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is Rs130,218. A return fare right now is Rs225,507. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to MXP if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SYD to MXP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SYD:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're getting in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Follow your own route with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience more of Milan and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to central Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SYD to MXP around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without seeing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.