Flying from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Warsaw. Explore your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when booking your flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Hop on a direct Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Warsaw. Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan.
With 21 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most popular route. Wizz Air operates the earliest flight at 5:50am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from WAW to MXP is with Wizz Air Malta at 9:35pm.
Your flight from Warsaw to MXP won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During high season, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can jump on a direct flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
At WAW, there's a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport, such as:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between WAW and MXP is LOT - Polish Airlines.
LOT - Polish Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. An exceptional 83.9% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Located around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% touch down on time at their destination.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Warsaw to MXP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MXP and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Milan. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
R 484 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport. A return flight starts from R 867. These prices can change based on availability.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Warsaw to MXP.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). July is the peak month for travel to Milan. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
Lock in a Warsaw to MXP plane ticket departing in July if you're eager 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 Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Warsaw to Milano Malpensa Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
The Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Milan must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres south-west of Milan, a trip to Turin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
Around 137 kilometres south of Milan, Genoa is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes.
