Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan seven hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Your MSP to MXP flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSP and MXP:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
$528 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts at $844. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from MSP to MXP, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis St Paul Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MSP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider staying in a hotel near MXP if you're on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
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 drive to the centre.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Milan in March.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to MXP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.