Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is 10 hours 10 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan four hours behind Malé.
Flights from MLE to MXP start at 11:20 — the earliest with Neos. The latest departure is at 11:55 with Neos. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MLE to MXP flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Neos offers direct flights from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Neos.
Among carriers operating MLE to MXP flights, Neos has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MLE and MXP:
Dubai Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is R 3,922. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,599. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MLE to MXP, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MLE to MXP.
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Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
Of all flights leaving Velana International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Malé. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MLE:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider staying in a hotel near MXP if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week before you set off.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Milan in March.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its must-visit sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
