Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Each week, there are 14 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, go for the 02:50 Etihad Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:45 with Etihad Airways.
Your AUH to MXP flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Etihad Airways has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International 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 that tops the list for bookings on this route is Etihad Airways.
The most punctual carrier that operates AUH to MXP flights is Etihad Airways. Its services land without delay 75.7% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AUH and MXP:
Vienna International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is R 1,540. A return fare is currently R 3,167. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from AUH to MXP, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AUH to MXP.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of the flights that depart from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're arriving on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MXP:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Milan. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Milan. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to MXP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Italy, head for Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are highlights.
