Flying from Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan one hour behind Bucharest.
There are 15 Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights every week to choose from.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OTP to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Milan, Italy. Jet off with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport:
Most travellers choose to travel with Wizz Air Malta on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating OTP to MXP flights is Ryanair. Its services land without delay 72.5% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OTP and MXP include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Otopeni Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bucharest to Bucharest Otopeni Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near OTP. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and venture far and wide through Milan and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Otopeni 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.
Lock in your flight from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to go to Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OTP to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Italy, consider Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are among its highlights.