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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Milan Malpensa flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Madrid to Milan Malpensa

Madrid to Milan Malpensa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Milan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milan Malpensa.

Madrid to Milan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found34 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week223

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Milan Malpensa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Milan Malpensa is 34 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Milan Malpensa.
Qatar Airways, Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Madrid to Milan Malpensa.
As of April 2025, there are 223 flights per week flying from Madrid to Milan Malpensa.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Milan Malpensa is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milan Malpensa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Milan Malpensa.

Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Madrid and Milan are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Take your pick of 75 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Wizz Air Malta operates the last service of the day at 22:55.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. When you're ready to start your Milan holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Italy:

  • Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Iberia is the most punctual carrier that operates MAD to MXP flights. An exceptional 90.06% of its services on this route land on time.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAD and MXP include:

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Bilbao Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • At the moment, 17 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 34 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from MAD to MXP by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from MAD to MXP is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • If you're getting in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MXP:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan

  • From Milano Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Milan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Italy

  • Milan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.

  • Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without dropping by Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.

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