Flying from Florence Airport (FLR) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Florence and Milan are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Leave enough time to make your FLR to MXP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLR and MXP:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Olbia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Florence Airport (FLR) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is $129. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $605. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FLR to MXP if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Florence Airport (FLR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Florence Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Florence Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Florence. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to FLR:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Florence Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to visit Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FLR to MXP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.