Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Milan (the location of Milano Malpensa Airport) and Frankfurt follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
The busiest route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). You can choose from 40 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MXP to FRA is the 06:05 Air Dolomiti option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 19:30 with Lufthansa.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MXP to Frankfurt flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will be your arrival point.
You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt, such as:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MXP to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near MXP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt
The best price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 850. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,068. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from MXP to Frankfurt, book your journey two months before your departure date.
June is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the centre of Frankfurt takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Follow your own route with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MXP to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is around 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Once you've hopped off your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near HHN. Unwind and get cosy after your MXP to Frankfurt flight at one of these well-located options:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Travel to Frankfurt in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MXP to Frankfurt in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered once you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another must-experience destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
