Traveling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Take your pick of 26 weekly Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ryanair has direct flights from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating STN to MXP flights, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between STN and MXP:
Luxembourg Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Tarbes Ossun Lourdes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Right now, $19 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $37. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from STN to MXP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of the departures from Stansted Airport, 64.73% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Stansted Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 64 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to STN:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your 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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometers from the center of Milan. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to go to Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STN to MXP around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 129 kilometers west of Milan, Turin is another favorite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.