Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Mexico City is 7 hours behind Milan, where Milano Malpensa Airport is located. Mexico City operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from MXP to Mexico City.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to find a flight from MXP to Mexico City that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling to Mexico for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 53 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MXP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Mexico City
295 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 638 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MXP to Mexico City. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MXP to Mexico City. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City is about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 57 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes on public transport.
Villa Granada is one accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Drop your bags here after your flight from MXP to Mexico City and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to enjoy some uninterrupted rest.
Best time to go to Mexico City
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Mexico City, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MXP to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
After locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are major attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.
Complete your Mexico City trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Mexico City isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Mexico City and explore the city on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. Instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.
