Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Milan and Zurich are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are 46 Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, take the 05:55 SWISS flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:15 with SWISS.
To ensure you catch your MXP to ZRH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Zurich (and then discovering more of Switzerland!) is a cinch with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MXP to ZRH flights is SWISS. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.28% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MXP and ZRH include:
Geneve Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Luxembourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 1,075 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,157. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MXP to ZRH by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MXP to ZRH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights that take off from Milano Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MXP:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion to explore Zurich and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Zurich Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Zurich Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Zurich, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. About 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
