Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan is eight hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SFO to MXP flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SFO and MXP include:
London Heathrow Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is ₹ 30,425. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 46,000. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to MXP, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to MXP.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MXP:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milano Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Milan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you want to visit Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SFO to MXP sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its popular sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
