Travelling from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
Milan is nine hours ahead of Vancouver. Milan Malpensa Airport is located in Milan, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to MXP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 72% land on schedule at their destination.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kms (1 mile) or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Vancouver to MXP flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kms (45 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Abbotsford International Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that take off from YXX make it to their destination on schedule 68% of the time.
About Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Milan and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport is around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of Milan. It takes around 50 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport is £167. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £429. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to MXP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Plan your visit to Milan in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Vancouver to MXP plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Milan Malpensa Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
Leonardo's Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Milan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
Turin is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Milan. Around 105 kms (65 miles) away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
Genoa is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 137 kms (85 miles) south of Milan. No journey is complete without experiencing Doge's Palace, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes.
