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Milan Malpensa Airport Guide (MXP)

Airport info
Code: MXP
Address:
21010 Varese, Italy
Location:

The airport is located 45 km (29 miles) north west of Milan.

Number of terminals: 2 Dialling code: +39
Telephone:
02 7485 2200.
Timezone: GMT +1:00
Milan Malpensa Airport map

Here you'll find essential information on Milan Malpensa Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

Work is underway on construction of a third satellite area at Terminal 1. A third runway is also planned, and due to come into operation in 2012.

Information: 

There are several information points (tel: 02 7485 2200) located throughout both terminals. There is a tourist information desk (tel: 02 5858 0506) in Terminal 1

Website: 
www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/malpensa
Transfer between terminals: 

A shuttle bus connects the two terminals.

Driving directions: 

The airport can be reached from the state road SS336. Take the Busto Arsizio exit from the Autostrada dei Laghi (A8), which links directly with Milan.

Public Transport

Public transport rail: 

Rail: The Malpensa Express (tel: 02 8511 4382; www.malpensaexpress.it) trains run from Terminal 1 direct to Milano Cadorna Station (journey time: 30-40 minutes), in the centre of Milan. The fare is €11 one-way.

Public transport road: 

Bus: Buses run from both terminals to Milan's Central Station. There are also services to Linate Airport, Sesto and Torino, among other destinations. The Malpensa Shuttle Air Pullman (tel: 0331 258 411; ticketonline.malpensashuttle.it) runs from both terminals to Milano Centrale Station (stopping on request at the conference and exhibition centre during Milan fair events). Fare is €7.50 one way, €12 return, and journey time about 50 mins.

Taxi: Taxis are available from outside Arrivals at both terminals.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

Banks, bureaux de change and ATMs are available in both terminals. There are post offices, public telephones and fax facilities in both terminals. Paid-for Wi-Fi access is available in the terminals.

Food: 

There are bars, a cocktail lounge and restaurants.

Shopping: 

There are numerous shops at the airport, including duty-free for non-EU passengers.

Luggage: 

Left-luggage (tel: 02 5858 0298) is available in Terminal 1.

Other: 

There are chemists and travel agencies. First aid and health offices are present in both terminals. Travel agencies and transport tickets desks are also available. Chapels can be found in both terminals.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

The Fly Business Centre (tel: 02 5858 1199) offers business services including workstations, fax, photocopier, videoconferencing, Internet access, translation service and mobile phone hire. Conference rooms, with facilities for a maximum of 14 people, should be booked in advance. Club SEA lounges (tel: 02 7485 2841) offer business facilities to members. Meeting facilities and a fully equipped business centre are also available at the First Hotel Malpensa Airport (tel: 0331 717 045; www.firsthotel.it) and the Crowne Plaza Milan-Malpensa (tel: 0331 21161; www.crowneplazamalpensa.com)

Disabled facilities: 

Assistance for disabled passengers, who should inform their airline of any special needs when making their flight booking, is available. There are lifts and ramps for access, as well as disabled toilets and telephones in both terminals. The Sala Amica (courtesy lounge) in Terminal 1 provides toilets for people with reduced mobility, telephones for the hearing-impaired as well as newspapers and magazines in Braille if required. Disabled parking is available at both terminals.

Car parking: 

Short- and long-term parking, operated by SEA Parking (tel: 02 7486 2646) and APCOA (tel: 02 5858 1069), is available close to Terminal 1. APCOA provides covered parking spaces that are linked directly to the terminal by a walkway. SEA Parking also provides long- and short-term parking close to Terminal 2. A Park & Fly shuttle bus is available. Valet parking is available at both terminals.

Car rental: 

Auto Europa, Avis, EasyCar, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Maggiore, Sixt, Targa Rent and Thrifty are all located on the first floor, Terminal 1.

Airport hotels

There are a number of hotels at Milan Malpensa Airport. These incude the Crowne Plaza Milan-Malpensa, which is situated between the two terminals, the First Hotel Malpensa Airport, the Hotel Villa Malpensa, and the Holiday Inn Express. Most hotels offer free courtesy shuttles to and from the terminals.

Airport Motel

Airport Motel is a five-minute drive from Milan Malpensa Airport. The hotel provides car parking facilities, a small meeting room, bar and TV room.

Telephone: 0331 302 111.
Website:
www.airportmotel.it
Best Western Jet Hotel

Best Western Jet Hotel is a five-minute drive from Milan Malpensa Airport and provides a shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. The hotel offers car parking, meeting space and has an on-site swimming pool and bar.

Telephone: 0331 772 100.
Website:
www.jethotel.com
Crowne Plaza Milan-Malpensa Airport

The 4-star Crowne Plaza Milan-Malpensa Airport is located between terminals 1 and 2 at the airport. Hotel facilities include in-room Wi-Fi Internet access, a restaurant, bar, and conference facilities for up to 140 delegates.

Telephone: 0331 21161.
Website:
www.crowneplazamalpensa.com
First Hotel Malpensa

First Hotel Malpensa is located just 1km (0.6 miles) from Milan Malpensa Airport and provides a shuttle bus service to/from the terminals. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, conference/meeting space, and is close to a number of golf courses.

Telephone: 0331 717 045.
Website:
www.firsthotel.it
Holiday Inn Express Milan Malpensa Airport

Holiday Inn Express Milan Malpensa Airport is located just 1km (0.8 miles) from Terminal 2 and is linked by a free shuttle bus service. The 121-room hotel has a bar, parking spaces, and conference/meeting space for up to 40 delegates.

Telephone: 0331 18330.
Website:
www.hiexpress.com
Hotel Villa Malpensa

Hotel Villa Malpensa is located just 800m (0.5 miles) from Milan Malpensa Airport and provides a free shuttle bus service. The hotel has its own swimming pool, restaurant and bar, and offers meeting/conference space for up to 90 delegates.

Telephone: 0331 230 944.
Website:
www.hotelvillamalpensa.com

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