Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney ten hours ahead of Milan.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MXP to SYD flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MXP and SYD include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport flight is 420 €. A return plane ticket right now is 845 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MXP to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport.
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to Milan Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Milan to Milan Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MXP? If you're catching an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
If you're arriving on a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Pick up a Sydney Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Sydney Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney Airport to central Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MXP to SYD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its popular sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Newcastle is another must-experience destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without visiting Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.