Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan is one hour ahead of London and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY 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.
Travelling during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LCY and MXP:
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Currently, R 2,671 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,308. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from LCY to MXP, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
Of all flights departing from London City Airport, 74.57% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach London City Airport from central London, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LCY. Whether you've booked an early flight from London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Milan and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from London City Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LCY to MXP sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Turin is another essential stop in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without a visit to Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.