Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is 6 hours 10 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan two hours behind Riyadh.
Your RUH to MXP flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flynas has direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Milan — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
Flynas tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RUH and MXP include:
Istanbul Airport
Jeddah Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Currently, RM647 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,324. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to MXP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to MXP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH reach their destination without delay.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? Check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Catch some z's here before heading to RUH.
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week before you travel.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Riyadh Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to MXP sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Turin is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without visiting Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.