Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Basel.
Leave enough time to catch your BSL to MXP flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport. These are the top stopovers between BSL and MXP:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Zadar Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
₹ 4,779 is currently the lowest price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 10,337. These prices may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from BSL to MXP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BSL. Whether you have an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Milan and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Milan. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Milano Malpensa Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSL to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once 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.
Turin is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without experiencing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.