Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan six hours ahead of New Orleans.
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 MSY to MXP flight.
Flying during a peak time like October? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSY and MXP:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
RM1,304 is currently the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Return flights start from RM1,946. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSY to MXP, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that depart MSY land on time.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MSY? If you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Milan and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week before your trip.
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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Milan in January.
When reserving your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to MXP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep you on the move. Don't miss top 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.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are key highlights.