Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
Asmara's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Asmara two hours ahead of Milan.
Your MXP to ASM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MXP and ASM include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport flight is RM1,261. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,224. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MXP to ASM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Consider checking in to Crystal Hotel after arriving from your Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. It's a short drive from ASM and a comfortable option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
From Asmara International Airport, Asmara is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
June is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Asmara in April.
The warmest month in Asmara is June, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Asmara International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to ASM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Eritrea
Asmara is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Eritrea you'll want to see. About 64 kilometres north-east of Asmara, a visit to Massawa will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Covered Bazaar, Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station.
Next? Head onward to Mek'erka. It's roughly 19 kilometres north of Asmara and is known for highlights like Azien.