Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Osaka: what you need to know
Osaka is eight hours ahead of Milan, where Milan Malpensa Airport is located. Osaka follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your MXP to Osaka flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MXP to Osaka with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near MXP. Whether you have an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Osaka
$753 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,064. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from MXP to Osaka, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across the month and bag a sweet deal.
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Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near KIX if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Increase your likelihood of scoring the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Kansai International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from MXP to Osaka is a good idea.
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
Once your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 18 kilometres from Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your MXP to Osaka flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to ITM. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left, by booking your ride from ITM ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.
You'll find Osaka Itami International Airport at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Step off your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka and make your way to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Osaka is around 32 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is about 50 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near UKB after your MXP to Osaka flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Reserve your ride from UKB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka.
The address for Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Best time to go to Osaka
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka. April is the most popular month to visit Osaka. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to Osaka in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Osaka
After booking your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Osaka, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Osaka:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are leading attractions which should be on every Osaka itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Osaka, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres east to Tokyo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Tokyo Skytree to Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street, your itinerary will be busy.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 137 kilometres northeast of Osaka. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.