Traveling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi three hours ahead of Milan.
Each week, there are 56 Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 09:55 Etihad Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:15 with Etihad Airways.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MXP to AUH flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Abu Dhabi (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Etihad Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 92.45% of services landing on schedule, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier for MXP to AUH flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MXP and AUH:
Cairo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Right now, $77 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $181. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MXP to AUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MXP to AUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights that leave from Milano Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Explore without limits with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the center of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Abu Dhabi. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MXP to AUH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometers away to the north-east, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another favorite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without experiencing Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.