Flying from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) jetting off from here.
Hop on a direct Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest. Milan Malpensa Airport is located in Milan.
The busiest route is Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). There are 14 direct services each week.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Bucharest to MXP.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Direct flights from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) operate from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport leaving from OTP. Get on board with any of these:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between OTP and MXP is Wizz Air Malta.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Ryanair. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.5% of the time.
The journey from central Bucharest to OTP takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kms (10 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
From central Bucharest, BBU is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. When planning your route, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's easier to drive.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to MXP flight:
Baneasa Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here land when expected.
About Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Reserve a hotel near MXP if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport flight.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Central Milan is around 48 kms (30 miles) from Milan Malpensa Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Right now, £12 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £26. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Bucharest to MXP, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Visit Milan in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Bucharest to MXP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Milan Malpensa Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Milan when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Leonardo's Last Supper Museum followed by Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey about 105 kms (65 miles) southwest to Turin to tick off its leading attractions. From Museo Nazionale del Cinema to Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, consider Genoa, about 137 kms (85 miles) south of Milan. Doge's Palace, Aquarium of Genoa and Acquario Genova are key highlights.