Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan (the location of Milan Malpensa Airport).
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most traveled route, with 51 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MXP to FRA is with Lufthansa at 19:30. Go for the first departure with Air Dolomiti at 06:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your MXP to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt tickets are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will be your arrival point.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from MXP to Frankfurt. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
76% of flights that leave from Milan Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Frankfurt
38 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 76 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from MXP to Frankfurt, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MXP to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is around 121 kilometres from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Following your MXP to Frankfurt flight, kick back at a hotel near HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt. September is the most popular month to travel to Frankfurt. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Book a Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MXP to Frankfurt around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Journey about 418 kilometres northeast to Berlin to check off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall and Parliament Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.