Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
To break up your flight from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the CWL - MXP route are:
Edinburgh Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Italy. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from CWL to MXP, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is R 1,546. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,742. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from CWL to MXP, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Travelling from central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CWL? If you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 53 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Milan in February.
Lock in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to go to Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to MXP sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
After locking in your flights from CWL to MXP, you'll need to find a place to stay in Milan. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Milan must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Look at your options for flying into Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN). They're alternative international airports that'll get you to Milan.
Complete your Milan trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. After booking your cheap ticket to Milano Malpensa Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Milan stay.