Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Durham six hours behind Milan.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MXP to RDU flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MXP and RDU include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
$590 is the lowest price for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start from $952. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MXP to RDU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MXP to RDU.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milan Malpensa Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Milan Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it takes about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you're catching an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RDU if you're taking a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and chase adventure across Durham and beyond.
Booking your ride from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Durham. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Durham based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to RDU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Durham. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Durham, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.