Flying from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) jetting off from here.
The average length of a direct Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is 12 hours 35 minutes.
Milan Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the busiest route, with 10 direct services every week. You can get from PVG to MXP on Air China's 1:30am departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to MXP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Get to your destination in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport with Air China. This top airline operates departures from PVG.
The most frequently booked airline between PVG and MXP is Air China.
Air China takes the top spot for on-time performance. An impressive 100.0% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to MXP leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport. Here's where you can connect between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and MXP:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to MXP flight? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 86% of them arriving as expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Reserve a hotel near MXP if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Milan and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport flight.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milan Malpensa Airport, central Milan is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport is ₹ 25,234. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 42,542. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Shanghai to MXP by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Shanghai to MXP.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Milan. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Shanghai to MXP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Milan Malpensa Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Milan visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres southwest of Milan, a visit to Turin will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
Around 137 kilometres south of Milan, Genoa is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Doge's Palace, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes.
