Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cardiff one hour behind Milan.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MXP to CWL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MXP and CWL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Malaga Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is R 1,482. A return ticket right now is R 3,520. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MXP to CWL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MXP to CWL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the departures from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MXP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
If you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CWL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
From Cardiff Airport, Cardiff is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Cardiff in April.
When booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cardiff Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MXP to CWL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Cardiff has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 209 kilometres east of Cardiff, a visit to London will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No trip is complete without a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.