Travelling from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan is five hours ahead of Grand Rapids and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your GRR to MXP flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. These are the top stopovers between GRR and MXP:
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
$436 is currently the best price for a one-way Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts from $817. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GRR to MXP, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
GRR's address is 5500 44th Street Southeast.
When it comes to Gerald R. Ford International Airport's on-time performance, 72.98% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Gerald R. Ford International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Grand Rapids. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to GRR? If you're boarding an early flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milano Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Milan in January.
Lock in your flight from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you want to explore Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRR to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've seen Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, head for Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are key reasons to visit.