Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Milan is one hour behind Heraklion and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of four weekly Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flights. The 00:10 departure with Neos is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HER to MXP flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Milan (and then other corners of Italy) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HER and MXP include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Palese Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
$29 is the best price for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts at $59. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HER to MXP.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
80.18% of flights departing from Heraklion Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from HER.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is approximately 2 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HER:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to the center of Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.
Traveling on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Milan in January.
Lock in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 61ºF and 95ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to MXP in January. Temperatures average between 30ºF and 48ºF then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Travel about 300 miles south-east to Rome to check off its must-visit sights. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Turin, about 80 miles west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are highlights.