Milan Malpensa Airport
General information
PLEASE NOTE: Terminal 2 of Milan Malpensa Airport is closed until further notice.
Milan Malpensa Airport is the second busiest airport in Italy, after Rome Fiumicino Airport. The airport is conveniently located close to Lago Maggiore and Lago di Como, the centre of Milan is 50 kilometers away. The city centre can be reached by train (Malpensa Express), bus and taxi. The airport in Lombardy consists of two terminals and two runways, opposite T1 is Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel & Conference Centre.
Location
Where is Milan Malpensa Airport situated?
The airport is located in the province of Varese, one of the twelve provinces in the Lombardy region, northwest of the city. You can reach Milan Malpensa Airport via exit ‘Marcallo Mesero’ of the A4 motorway and exit ‘Busto Arsizio’ of the A8 motorway.
How many terminals does Milan Malpensa Airport have?
Milan Malpensa Airport consists of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, the latter solely used by easyJet. Terminal 1 is located west and Terminal 2 north of the airport’s runways. In Terminal 1 you will find the A gates (Schengen) and B gates (non-Schengen), the B boarding gates are located in the northernmost of the three concourses. To transfer between both terminals you can take a free shuttle bus running 24 hours a day or the train Malpensa Express, but therefore you need to be in possession of an airline ticket.
Terminal 1 at Milan Malpensa Airport consists of four floors, Arrivals is on the ground floor, Departures on the first floor. Floor -1 gives access to the train station, Sheraton Hotel and the car rental counters. The security check and food court are located in the middle of the terminal between Check-In 11 and 12. The Arrivals hall of Terminal 1 has 10 exits, the taxi rank can be reached via Door 8, the bus stops via Door 4.
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Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Milan Malpensa Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Italy.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Milan Linate Airport | 48km |
| Bergamo Airport | 76km |
| Turin Airport | 97km |
| Genoa Airport | 136km |
| Verona Airport | 171km |
| Bern Airport (Switzerland) | 171km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Milan Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan is 50 kilometres. By car, it takes 45 minutes to get to the centre of Milan.
From MXP Airport to Milan City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Milan Malpensa Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Milan Malpensa Airport you can travel by bus. Visit the Milan Malpensa Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Bus services
You can also choose for an airport express bus service at Milan Malpensa Airport. Learn more about your travel options, travel time and where to buy tickets.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Milan Malpensa Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Milan is about € 104.-. Book your taxi at Milan Malpensa Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From MXP Airport to Milan City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Milan Malpensa Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Budget, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Milan Malpensa Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Milan Malpensa Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Milan Malpensa Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Milan Malpensa Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Milan Malpensa Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- easyJet
- ITA Airways
- Neos Air
- Ryanair
- Wizz Air
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Milan
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Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Milan Malpensa Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Reviews
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Latest airport reviews
We parked our car at p6 smart which is connected by a free shuttle to the terminals. At our return we didn’t know were the shuttle stop was, there was no specific information at the terminal, nor in the booking email, nor online. The organization sucks.
Terrible experience with the Tax Free Office Official last night. We went to the office located after passport control as the one before security was closed. Waited 10 minutes for the guy to come with his food/shopping (no sign to tell you he'd be back soon). He then proceeded to shout at myself and my daughter telling us we should've used another office at check in. We tried to explain we hadn't needed to check in (hand luggage only) but he just kept shouting and was really rude and intimidating. He demanded the passport & boarding pass and to see the purchased item, ignored me when I asked for a pen to use and refused to give me his name. I attempted to make a complaint about him at the Information Desk but they were unable to locate a complaints form.
A really bad experience with very unprofessional staff
The man working in the customs office after passport control, someone else called him Boris , was incredibly rude and disrespectful. I waited 20 minutes for him to return with his lunch - there was no sign on the door or window. He then immediately started shouting at me about it being the incorrect office, even though I had just been told to go there by another member of staff and the other office wasn’t open. He had no manners, raised his voice multiple times and slammed a door in my face. As a young woman, I felt quite intimidated and upset by this. I tried to speak to a person at the information desk, but he just said he could only suggest to complain online.