Travelling from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 55 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan six hours ahead of New York.
Every week, there are 28 New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, pick the 16:15 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:20 with Emirates.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Milan (and then other parts of Italy) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta on this route.
Emirates ranks as the top on-time carrier for JFK to MXP flights, with 85.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and MXP:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
R 3,278 is the best price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,507. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from JFK to MXP by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of all flights leaving New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New York to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're landing on a late New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JFK to MXP sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're looking to explore another side of Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are key reasons to visit.