Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik is 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is one hour behind Milan, where Milan Malpensa Airport is located.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from MXP to KEF is with Icelandair at 23:00.
Leave plenty of time to make your MXP to Reykjavik flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Begin your journey at MXP and fly nonstop to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That will be your arrival point when searching for Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MXP to Reykjavik. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MXP:
When it comes to Milan Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Reykjavik
The best price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik flight is ₹ 4,096. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 9,233. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MXP to Reykjavik.
The best month for picking up cheap Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your vehicle from Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MXP to Reykjavik can help you get the lowest rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is about 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near RKV. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MXP to Reykjavik flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik. August is the busiest month to visit Reykjavik. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MXP to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
Once you've booked your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Harpa, The Northern Light Centre and Sun Voyager are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other corners of Iceland. Journey around 241 kilometres northeast to Akureyri to check off its must-visit sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.
