Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Take your pick of four weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights. The 21:15 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PHL to MXP flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Milan (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating PHL to MXP flights is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.78% of the time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and MXP:
London Heathrow Airport
Barcelona Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
At the moment, R 4,063 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,123. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PHL to MXP, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
77% of flights that depart Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MXP if you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Milan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Milan. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to MXP in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.