Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Milan is one hour behind Athens and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from 31 weekly Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Your ATH to MXP flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, so jetting to Milan (and then exploring more of Italy!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Aegean Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a reliable 94.74% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering ATH to MXP flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ATH and MXP include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is R 542. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,039. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ATH to MXP, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ATH to MXP.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ATH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Pick up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Milan. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Athens International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
