Flying from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are your options in Stockholm.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport flight.
Milan (where Milano Malpensa Airport is located) and Stockholm share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
You can pick from 4 direct flights a week between Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). This is the busiest route, with SAS offering a 7:20am departure from ARN to MXP.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Stockholm to MXP.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from ARN, you can catch a direct flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport with SAS.
The most frequently booked airline between ARN and MXP is SAS.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is SAS. Its services land without delay 78.57% of the time.
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Stockholm Arlanda Airport's on-time performance, 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a great option between Bromma Airport and MXP.
You can reach BMA from central Stockholm in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Stockholm to MXP flight, stay in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can book a plane ticket from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) leaving from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) with a stopover. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is a popular connection point.
The journey to NYO from central Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Make departure day easy by staying as close as possible to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a convenient option, especially if you've booked an early Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rate of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Milan and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
The centre of Milan is around 40 kilometres from Milano Malpensa Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport is R 624. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,261. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Stockholm to MXP.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Book a Stockholm to MXP plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Milan right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Milano Malpensa Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Milan when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at The Last Supper Museum followed by Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey about 105 kilometres south-west to Turin to tick off its top sights. From Museo Nazionale del Cinema to Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone, your itinerary will be busy.
Genoa is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 137 kilometres south of Milan. No trip is complete without experiencing Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes.
