Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, making Tel Aviv one hour ahead of Milan.
Flights from MXP to TLV start at 00:30 — the earliest with El Al. The last departure is at 23:20 with El Al. Overall, there are 32 weekly Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flights.
Your MXP to TLV flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, so getting to Tel Aviv (and then exploring more of Israel!) is a breeze. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with EL AL Israel Airlines on this route.
EL AL Israel Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MXP to TLV flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MXP and TLV include:
Athens International Airport
Larnaca Airport
Corfu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight is P3,765. A round-trip ticket right now is P7,701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from MXP to TLV, reserve your journey four months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
76% of flights taking off from Milan Malpensa Airport reach their destination on time.
Milan Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometers from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TLV instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ben Gurion Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo to explore Tel Aviv and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Ben Gurion Intl Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
From Ben Gurion Intl Airport, Tel Aviv is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
August is the most popular month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in March.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Ben Gurion Intl Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to TLV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Israel
You've seen Tel Aviv, now it's time to discover more of Israel. Travel around 56 kilometers south-east to Jerusalem to check off its top sights. From Old City of Jerusalem to Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Eastern Wall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Haifa is another must-experience destination in Israel and is around 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv. No journey is complete without dropping by Bahai Gardens, Bahá'í World Centre and Bahá’í Gardens Haifa (Bahá’í Holy Place).