Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan six hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DCA to MXP flight.
During popular months such as August, 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 when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DCA and MXP include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is $433. A round-trip fare right now is $1,027. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DCA to MXP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from DCA to MXP is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DCA:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're getting in on a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Pick up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Milan in March.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DCA to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its top sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without experiencing Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.