Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio de Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Milan, where Milan Malpensa Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MXP to Rio de Janeiro flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MXP to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MXP? If you're catching an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
76% of flights that depart Milan Malpensa Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Rio de Janeiro
RM1,954 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. Return plane tickets start from RM2,902. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from MXP to Rio de Janeiro, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you have a late flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MXP to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is about 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). Once your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your MXP to Rio de Janeiro flight at any of these well-located options:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from SDU three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
The journey will take around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to RRJ. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your MXP to Rio de Janeiro flight:
If you're looking for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from RRJ at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, head to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Before booking a Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MXP to Rio de Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Rio de Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Rio de Janeiro, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio de Janeiro:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are top sights which should be on any good Rio de Janeiro itinerary.
Explore more of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Brazil you should also see. About 354 kilometres west of Rio de Janeiro, a trip to Sao Paulo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another essential stop in Brazil. No visit is complete without checking out Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis.