Flying from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when booking your flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most popular route. There are 40 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Air Dolomiti at 9:50pm. Go for the first FRA to MXP departure with Condor at 6:50am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Frankfurt to MXP won't wait if you're running 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.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can find a direct flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport leaving from FRA. Get on board with any of these:
Lufthansa is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FRA to MXP.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Lufthansa.
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and MXP include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to MXP flight, stay in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
53.13% of all departures from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport flight.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
The centre of Milan is roughly 40 kilometres from Milano Malpensa Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
$77 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport. Return flights start at $147. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to MXP.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Visit Milan in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Frankfurt to MXP flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Milano Malpensa Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Milan when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at The Last Supper Museum followed by Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Journey about 105 kilometres south-west to Turin to check off its must-visit sights. From Museo Nazionale del Cinema to Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 137 kilometres south of Milan, Genoa is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes.
