Flying from Milan to Frankfurt: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Milan to Frankfurt, there's a nice selection of airports you can jet off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main terminals.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's major gateways.
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Milan to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
With 40 flights a week between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Milan to Frankfurt with Air Dolomiti at 06:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from MXP to FRA is with Lufthansa at 19:30.
To ensure you get on your Milan to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Frankfurt
$31 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Frankfurt. A return flight starts from $61. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap Milan to Frankfurt flights, book your trip three months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Milan to Frankfurt. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Milan to Frankfurt, you can leave from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Fly from MXP to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) without any stops.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Milan to Frankfurt plane tickets out of MXP. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it simple to book a Milan to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Milan to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
68.23% of flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Prefer to fly from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Milan to Frankfurt, seamlessly connecting to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Ryanair offers direct Milan to Frankfurt plane tickets from BGY. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in one go.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Milan to Frankfurt flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Orio al Serio International Airport and Frankfurt:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Frankfurt, unwind in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) offers convenient direct flights from Milan to Frankfurt. Your journey from LIN will bring you straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Choose from these leading airlines offering direct Milan to Frankfurt plane tickets from LIN:
Searching for a ticket from Milan to Frankfurt with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times on top of cheaper fares. When leaving from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to Frankfurt:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey time to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Frankfurt flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
As soon as your flight from Milan to Frankfurt has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 105 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Milan to Frankfurt:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Alamo or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Frankfurt, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Milan to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 7ºC.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Milan to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey about 418 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its leading attractions. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.