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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $199. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Milan.$87 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $87, select.

Milan.$91 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Milan.$94 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $94, select.

Milan.$94 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $94, select.

Milan.$98 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Milan.$98 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Milan.$100 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.

Milan.$101 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $101, select.

Milan.$101 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $101, select.

Milan.$140 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.

Milan.$144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Milan.$146 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Milan.$146 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Milan.$146 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Milan.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Milan.$147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Milan Malpensa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Milan Malpensa flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Zurich to Milan Malpensa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Milan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milan Malpensa.

Zurich to Milan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$87
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	56 mins
Most popular airline	SWISS
Average flights per week	153

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Milan Malpensa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Milan Malpensa?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Milan Malpensa is $176. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Milan Malpensa?

56 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Milan Malpensa.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Milan Malpensa?

SWISS, ITA Airways and Helvetic Airways fly direct from Zurich to Milan Malpensa.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Milan Malpensa?

As of July 2026, there are 153 flights per week flying from Zurich to Milan Malpensa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Milan Malpensa?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Milan Malpensa is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 56 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Milan Malpensa?

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When is the best time to book flights to Milan?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa with?

Currently, Vueling Airlines and Ethiopian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Milan Malpensa.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know

Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Zurich.
Choose from 35 weekly Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with SWISS is the earliest available. SWISS operates the latest service of the day at 22:40.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ZRH to MXP flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
SWISS is your ticket to exploring Milan (and perhaps some other great parts of Italy!). Browse the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport offered by this popular airline.
SWISS has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ethiopian Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for ZRH to MXP flights, with 98.33% of services arriving as scheduled.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of all flights departing from Zurich Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
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To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan

From Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Italy

Milan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without experiencing Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.