Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Shanghai.
Flights from PVG to MXP start from 01:30 — the first with Air China. The latest departure is at 01:45 with Air China. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your PVG to MXP flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Milan (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Browse the direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Air China is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for PVG to MXP flights is Air China.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and MXP include:
Frankfurt Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Currently, 248 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 425 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PVG to MXP by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PVG to MXP.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Milan and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PVG to MXP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
