Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Doha.
Flights from DOH to MXP start from 02:00 — the first with Qatar Airways. The last service of the day is at 15:50 with Qatar Airways. Overall, you can choose from 21 weekly Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your DOH to MXP flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Qatar Airways offers direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Qatar Airways on this route.
With a reliable 87.56% of services landing on schedule, Qatar Airways has the best on-time record for DOH to MXP flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DOH and MXP:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight is £155. A return plane ticket is currently £317. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book two months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DOH to MXP.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
81% of flights leaving Hamad International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of DOH.
Hamad International Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Doha. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near DOH:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MXP:
Go where the road takes you with a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience more of Milan and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DOH to MXP sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Journey around 483 kms (300 miles) south-east to Rome to check off its popular sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kms (80 miles) west of Milan. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are among its highlights.