Milan Malpensa Airport

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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