Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport.
London is one hour behind Milan and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 26 Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 05:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:15 with Ryanair.
Leave plenty of time to make your MXP to STN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Among carriers operating MXP to STN flights, Ryanair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MXP and STN:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Nantes Atlantique Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Stansted Airport (STN)
At the moment, R 299 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 599. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MXP to STN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MXP to STN.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
If you have a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near STN:
Grab a Stansted Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Stansted Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Stansted Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MXP to STN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.