Those who got to Milan are very lucky: it is large, beautiful and picturesque a city in the north of Italy, the region of Lombardy (the capital of the region). It is rich in history, architecture and fashion. Yes, the city has been considered its capital since the 16th century. Milan is also the second largest and most powerful after Rome, an industrial and scientific center. To this day, he does not change these traditions and strives to show his best side to all lovers of the most beautiful. Its airports are very busy as millions of people fly here every year.
Milano Malpensa International Airport — the largest airport in Lombardy. Every year its passenger traffic is about 20 million people a year. According to this indicator, it loses only to the Roman airport named after Leonardo da Vinci. In addition to it, there are two other airports in Milan - “Linate” and “Orio al Serio”, but they are inferior to the main airport by about 2 times. Malpensa Airport is located 45 km from the center of Milan. Address: 21010 Ferno, Province of Varese, Italy. Phone: +39 02 232323. IATA code is MXP. Coordinates: 45.630101 latitude, 8.726284 longitude.
The history of Malpensa Airport begins in 1909. Then, on the site of the air harbor, two Caproni brothers airfield was opened to test their aircraft. After the First World War, a whole camp and an aviation school were opened here. In the 20-30s of the 20th century, squadrons of the Italian Air Force were located here.
After the Second World War, the airfield was destroyed and the Italian authorities decided to restore it and turn it into a civilian one. In 1948 it opened to aviation. The airport grew steadily and became international in the 1960s. To this day, Malpensa remains so, serving the world's giant airlines and competing with other major airports in Europe. In 2007, the terminal set a record for passenger traffic: 24 million people.
Terminals.
T1 terminal is for domestic and international flights. It is divided into zones: 1A, 1B and 1 C. Local flights and planes from the Schengen zone arrive in the first zone. Ironbirds from other countries (non-Schengen) land in zones 1B and 1C.
Terminal T2 is exclusively for UK low-cost airline EasyJet and charter flights.
The airport has all the services designed to make people feel comfortable. There are: a room for mother and child, cafes, restaurants, shops, currency exchange offices, WI-FI zone, first-aid post, parking lots (P1 - long, P2 - for VIP clients, the rest are designed for quick pick-up / drop-off), rental centers cars and more. Free shuttle buses run between the terminals every 20 minutes. In addition to passenger terminals, there is also CargoCity.
How to get to the center of Milan.
There are several options: bus, taxi, train and rented car at Milan airport:
Taxi.
This is the most expensive from the options. It costs 95 euros because the airport is 45 km from the center of Milan.
Train.
The R28 and XP2 trains will take you from the airport to the railway station Milano Centrale in 54 minutes, and to Milano Cadorna station - train XP1 in 37 minutes. Near the latter is one of the main attractions of the city - Castello Sforzesco. To the mighty and beautiful Milan Cathedral, you need to take the XP1 train to Milano Cadorna station, and then transfer to the red metro line from Cadorna da Duomo station. In addition to the cathedral, the Gallery of Victor Emmanuel 2 and the Royal Palace will be nearby, and to the north of the gallery there will be the world-famous Teatro alla Scala opera house.
Bus.
From the T1 terminal there are buses of different companies: “ Terravision ”, “FlixBus”, “ Autostradale ”, “Caronte”. Travel time is on average 50-60 minutes. The ticket price is 10-12 euros. Everyone goes to the central railway station “Milano centrale”. Departure frequency is 20 minutes for Terravision and Caronte and 1 hour for FlixBus and AutoStradale. There is also Malpensa Shuttle, which will take you to Milano centrale train station in 1 hour as well. Departure frequency is every 60 minutes. The cost is 10-12 euros.
Rent a car.
If If you have rented a car at Malpensa Airport, below are two routes with detailed directions to the city center.
The first route starts from the P3 car park and ends at Castello Sforzesco. Nearby is the Cathedral Square of the city (the one where the main attractions), which are advised to walk along Via Dante. It takes 40-50 minutes to get to the castle without traffic jams. From parking lot P3 you need to go north onto the SS336dir highway (then it will be just SS336). On two circles you need to turn onto the 3rd exit. Move along them (SS336dir + SS336) 14.3 km.
The second path will be suitable for lovers of shopping and modern architecture: the route leads to the park “CityLife Park”. Next to it are skyscrapers, a new modern district and the CityLife Shopping District. The drive will take approximately 40-45 minutes.
From car park P3, turn south onto SS336dir. On two circles, you need to turn onto the 3rd exit. When you get off at SS336dir, then drive along it for 19.6 km.
You need to keep to the right. Continue at the Mesero Sud exit sign onto the E64 (or A4) and continue for 22 km. Be aware that this is a toll road. Then take the exit at the sign "Milano V. le Certosa/Fieramilanocity" and continue along this road for another 1.2 km. Then you will find yourself on the Svincolo Autostradale Viale Certosa, follow it for 1.2 km. After passing this distance, you need to keep to the left already at Cavalcavia del Ghisallo, drive 1.25 km. Then there will be a left turn into Viale Alcide de Gasperi, on which drive 1.31 km, keeping to the left. Then this road will turn into Viale Lodovico Scarampo, along which you have to drive 700 meters.
Where and how to rent a car?
Renting a car at Milan Malpensa International Airport is not difficult, as the air harbor is simply big. All rental companies are in Terminal T2. To find them, you need to follow the “Car rental” signs. There are a lot of companies here. Rental conditions at Malpensa Airport: a passport, an international driver's license, a bank card (credit or debit), 1 year experience, age from 21 years old, if you rented online, you need a voucher. The price usually includes insurance and VAT. Remember that in different companies people under the age of 26 are charged higher than the standard price. You need to rent a car washed and refueled to the level that the rental company gave you. You can hand over the keys directly to the employee near the airport. There are special vans with them. If you are renting a car outside office hours, just go to the office at the airport and drop the keys into a special box. It may also be that it does not exist. In this case, companies usually work around the clock, so just find an employee and return the car to him.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Dollar
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
25 € / Day
Best price
18 € / Day
Estimated price for 7 days rental in Malpensa Airport (Milan):
January
€83
February
€93
March
€98
April
€136
May
€149
June
€226
July
€240
August
€142
September
€98
October
€85
November
€79
December
€150
* Data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
The best month to rent a car in Malpensa Airport (Milan) is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €17. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Malpensa Airport (Milan) is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from €17 for a Compact car.
During the summer months in Milan - Airport - Malpensa there is a significant increase in demand for convertible rentals. This causes an increase in prices and the limited choice of such cars. A day of rental BMW 2 Series Cabrio will cost you €135.
Most popular car models in Malpensa Airport (Milan)
Our fleet has cars of all price categories, from budget to premium: sedans, convertibles, SUVs, minivans, business class cars. You can choose a rental car based on your preferences and budget.
Car rental costs in Malpensa Airport (Milan) depend on its duration, car class and specific season. A budget category Opel Astra or Ford Kaare available for just €42-€36 per day. When booking through Bookingautos.com, the price will be from €19. The higher segment will cost more. The daily fee for Mercedes C Class, Toyota Rav-4, Ford Foxus Estate will be about €42. There are also available minivans, luxury cars, electric cars and business class cars. Their rental starts from €67 and can reach several hundred euros per day.
The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of Audi-E-tron when ordering in Malpensa Airport (Milan) will cost quite a modest amount.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Everything you need to know about car hire in Malpensa Airport (Milan)
Download Google maps offline
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book a car in advance
Malpensa Airport (Milan) is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.
It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.
Which car to choose
Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Ford Ka or Opel Astra. These models are the most popular with our customers in Malpensa Airport (Milan).
In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. Ford Foxus Estate will cost €44 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.
What types of insurance are available for car rental?
Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Fuel prepayment terms
When you pick up your car, you may be asked to pay for a full tank of fuel right away. This condition will suit you if you plan to travel long distances. For a couple of trips around the city, you don’t need so much fuel, and therefore it doesn’t make sense to overpay. Pay attention to the fuel policy when booking a car. If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Rent without mileage limit
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a limit on the daily mileage for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter "Unlimited mileage" to see the offers you need.
Compare conditions of different rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Malpensa Airport (Milan), you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
Which rental company to choose
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Malpensa Airport (Milan) are EUROPCAR with an average rating of 9.9 points and SIXT (rating - 9).
Car pick-up procedure
Getting a rented car in Malpensa Airport (Milan) is as follows: You show the manager a voucher, as well as the necessary documents - a passport and an international driver's license. The manager draws up a lease agreement, after which the agreed amount of the security deposit will be blocked on your bank card. Before receiving the car, it is necessary to inspect it, fix the existing damage and inform the manager about them.
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