Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Milan is seven hours behind Hong Kong and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from HKG to MXP start from 00:50 — the earliest with Cathay Pacific. The last departure is at 00:50 with Cathay Pacific. In total, there are nine weekly Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Milan (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy with Cathay Pacific. This popular airline has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Cathay Pacific.
Cathay Pacific ranks as the leading on-time carrier for HKG to MXP flights, with 87.18% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HKG and MXP:
Zurich Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
235 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Return flights start at 383 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from HKG to MXP by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Of the departures from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to HKG:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Pick up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to central Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to MXP sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.