Milan Malpensa Airport – flight delay
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Milan Malpensa Airport is an international airport in the second largest city in Italy. It is 49 km from the city centre of Milan. The airport had passenger traffic of over 28.8 million passengers in 2019 and it is the hub for Cargolux Italia and FedEx Express. It is also the base for Alitalia, Blue Panorama Airlines, easyJet, Neos, and Ryanair.
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Milan Malpensa Airport MCT
The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is important to know if the route has a connecting flight. It's a good idea to be aware of this before booking any flight ticket. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a traveller makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can find the minimum time needed for connecting flights in Milan Malpensa Airport.
- Between domestic flights: 60 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
- Between international flights: 60 min.
Milan Malpensa MXP Airport terminals
Airport terminals are the sections - sometimes totally separate buildings - that make it possible for air travellers to transfer between the areas for boarding and disembarking from the plane and transport on the ground. It is essential to know which terminal you are departing from or travelling through, since terminals in larger airports may be a long distance from each other and travellers may require more time to get to the necessary one. Milan Malpensa Airport has 2 Terminals.
Terminal 1 – charter flights
Terminal 2 – low-cost airlines; currently used only by easyJet
How to get to / from Milan Malpensa MXP Airport
It might be hard when visiting a destination for the first time to find the most convenient way to get to the centre of the city. Public transportation is not always available immediately at the airport and taxis might be costly. We recommend checking all the alternatives prior to the flight so you know what your options are and can schedule your trip accordingly.
Milan Malpensa Airport train
- Malpensa Express
Direction: Milano Centrale / Milano Cadorna
Travel time (approx.): 58 min to Milano Centrale and 43 min. to Milano Cadorna
Milan Malpensa Airport bus
- Terravision
Direction: Milan Central Station
Travel time (approx.): 40-50 min.
Operating hours: 05:05 AM - 12:10 AM, daily
Tickets: can be purchased directly from the driver or at Terravision ticket boxes located at the Arrivals area of both terminals or online - Malpensa Shuttle
Direction: Milan Central Station
Travel time (approx.): 50-60 min.
Milan Malpensa Airport taxi
- Pick up point: Arrivals, Ground Level, close to Gate 6 of Terminal 1 and close to Gate 4 at Terminal 2
Travel time (approx.): 45 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: 95 EUR
Where to have a rest in Milan Malpensa Airport
You may experience a long wait between flights, for example if you have a delayed flight or your next flight departs the following day. In such instances, it is good to note the possible places where you can spend time and have a nice break between flights.
Milan Malpensa Airport lounges
Airport lounges provide passengers with the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable setting and provide services such as food and drinks, WIFI, zones to rest in and showers.
- Club S.E.A. - Sala Respighi
Location: Terminal 1, Departures, Level 2
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily - Club S.E.A. - Sala Pergolesi
Location: Terminal 1, Departures (Non-Schengen area), close to Gate B
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Club S.E.A. - Sala Monteverdi
Location: Terminal 1, Departures (Schengen area), close Gate A
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
Milan Malpensa Airport hotels
If your flight leaves the next day or the lounges are not so comfortable, you can opt for staying in a hotel nearby. A number of airports have hotels onsite, while in others you might need to leave the airport area to reach the nearest hotel. We have handpicked a selection for you in case you opt to stay in a hotel between flights.
- Holiday Inn Express Milan - Malpensa Airport
Price: from 62 EUR per night
Address: Via de Pinedo Ang, Via Oldrini, 21019 Case Nuove VA, Italy
Contact: +39 033 118 330
Website: click - Sheraton Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Price: from 139 EUR per night
Address: Malpensa Terminal 1, SS336, 21010 Ferno VA, Italy
Contact: +39 022 3351
Website: click - Airport Motel Malpensa
Price: from 46 EUR per night
Address: Via Luigi Pirandello, 16, 21015 Lonate Pozzolo VA, Italy
Contact: +39 033 130 2111
Website: click
Milan Malpensa Airport cafes, bars & restaurants
When travelling, it's essential to have enough food and drink. Whatever you’re in need of, whether it’s a quick bite for the plane, a place for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of possibilities to fit your needs.
- Briciole bar
Description: Italian bakery
Location: Terminal 1, Level 1 and Ground Level
Opening hours: Level 1: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat: 07:00 AM - 08:30 PM, Wed, Fri, Sun: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM; Ground Level: 24 hrs., daily - Mokà
Description: snack bar
Location: Terminal 1, Ground Level
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily - McDonald's
Description: fast food restaurant
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Juice Bar
Description: fresh juices, salads and sandwiches
Location: Terminal 1, Ground Level
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily - Burger King
Location: Terminal 2, Level 1
Opening hours: Mon-Fri and Sun: 05:00 AM - 09:30 PM, Sat: 05:00 AM - 08:30 PM - Cioccolati Italiani
Description: chocolate, ice cream, pastry, coffee
Location: Terminal 1, Level 1
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Milan Malpensa Airport shops
The airport shops are the ideal place to get that last-minute souvenir, or merely to spend some time before flying. Our guide below can help you to discover the top shopping places for your requirements.
- Dufry
Description: Duty Free
Location: Terminal 1, Level 1
Opening hours: 05:30 AM - 11:00 PM, daily - Burberry
Location: British luxury fashion store
Opening hours: Mon-Thu, Sat-Sun: 06:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Fri: 06:30 AM - 09:30 PM - KIKO
Description: cosmetics
Location: Terminal 1, Level 1
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily - Yamamay
Description: underwear, pyjamas, beachwear
Location: Terminal 2, Level 1
Opening hours: Mon-Fri and Sun: 05:30 AM - 09:00 PM, Sat: 05:30 AM - 08:00 PM - Carrefour Express
Description: supermarket
Location: Terminal 1
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:30 PM, daily
Car hire: Milan Malpensa Airport
Sometimes driving is the best way to see a destination, or perhaps you need a car for your journey. This list of car rental companies will make it easier for you to select the best choice for your trip.
- Hertz
Location: Terminals 1 and 2
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
Contact: +39 025 858 1081 - Europcar
Location: Terminals 1 and 2
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, daily
Contact: +39 027 486 9200 - Avis
Location: Terminals 1 and 2
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
Contact: +39 025 858 481 - Budget
Location: Terminals 1 and 2
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
Contact: +39 025 858 481 - Enterprise
Location: Terminal 1
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, daily
Additional services in Milan Malpensa Airport
Below are some airport services that you might also require during your time in the airport.
- Zzzleepandgo
Location: Terminal 1, Departures, before security
Contact: +39 022 953 7536 - Malpensa Center
Location: Terminal 1, Arrivals
Contact: email: meetingmalpensa@seamilano.eu - SecureBag - baggage protection
Location: Terminals 1 and 2 - First Aid
Location: Terminals 1 and 2
Contact: Terminal 1: +39 027 486 2402; Terminal 2: +39 027 485 4444
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