Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Flights from DEL to MXP start from 14:15 — the earliest with Air India. The latest departure is at 14:20 with Air India. Overall, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights.
Your DEL to MXP flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air India offers direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
Air India tops the list for bookings on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers DEL to MXP flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DEL and MXP:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is R 3,847. A return plane ticket right now is R 6,157. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from DEL to MXP by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 67.17% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DEL:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Follow your own route with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Milan and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Milan in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions 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.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without experiencing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
