Milan Malpensa Airport
Car Service
A private Mercedes with an English-speaking driver waiting inside arrivals at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. Central Milan in about 50 minutes from €170 per car, with Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lugano and the Alps on request.
Malpensa to Milan by Private Car: About 50 Minutes, Door to Door
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is about 50 km north-west of the city, and a private car service from Malpensa takes around 45 to 60 minutes to your hotel, home or office in central Milan. Your driver follows your flight in real time, waits inside the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 with a name board, helps with every suitcase and drives you straight to the door. The price is for the whole car, not per person, and includes fuel, motorway tolls and airport parking.
The Malpensa Express train is a good choice if you travel light and your hotel is next to Cadorna or Centrale station. The car makes the difference when you land late at night or early in the morning, travel with children or several bags, arrive as a group, or are not going to Milan at all. From Malpensa we drive directly to Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lugano, Zermatt and St. Moritz, without a stop in the city.
For departures we collect you at your door and plan the pick-up time around your flight, the terminal and the traffic on the A8 motorway. Check your price and book online →
Three Ways to Use Our Malpensa Car Service
Every transfer is private and priced per car. One driver, one car, one group: yours.
Malpensa to Your Milan Address
The driver checks your flight before leaving, waits inside arrivals with your name and walks you to the car. You receive the driver’s name and mobile number the day before.
- Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
- Real-time flight tracking
- 60 minutes free waiting after landing
- Meet & greet inside the arrivals hall
- Help with all your luggage
- Any hotel, home or office in Milan
Milan to Malpensa for Your Flight
We collect you at your door at a time that leaves a comfortable margin for check-in and security, and drop you at the departures entrance of the right terminal. Early-morning flights are no problem.
- Pick-up time planned around your flight
- Drop-off at the departures entrance
- Terminal 1 or Terminal 2
- Early-morning and late-night pick-ups
- Night pick-ups priced in the booking form
- Price per car, confirmed before you pay
Straight to the Lakes or the Alps
Malpensa is closer to the lakes than Milan itself. Land, meet your driver and go directly to Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta, Lugano or a ski resort, with no detour through the city.
- Como in about 45 minutes
- Stresa on Lake Maggiore in about 40 minutes
- Bellagio and Tremezzo on Lake Como
- Lugano and Swiss destinations
- Zermatt-Täsch and St. Moritz
- Venice and Florence on request
Malpensa Airport Transfers: Prices, Distances and Driving Times
Times we actually plan with on a normal day. Arriving in Milan between 7 and 9 am or 5 and 7 pm can add 20 to 30 minutes.
| Route | Distance | Journey Time | Price per car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malpensa to Milan city centre | about 50 km | 45–60 min | from €170 |
| Malpensa to Fiera Milano (Rho) | about 30 km | about 30 min | from €140 |
| Malpensa to Linate Airport | about 65 km | about 1 h | from €210 |
| Malpensa to Bergamo Airport | about 90 km | about 1 h 10 | from €300 |
| Malpensa to Como | about 50 km | about 45 min | from €165 |
| Malpensa to Tremezzo | about 80 km | about 1 h 20 | from €255 |
| Malpensa to Bellagio | about 85 km | about 1 h 40 | from €305 |
| Malpensa to Stresa (Lake Maggiore) | about 40 km | about 40 min | from €175 |
| Malpensa to Lugano | about 70 km | about 1 h | from €255 |
| Malpensa to Turin | about 125 km | about 1 h 35 | from €430 |
| Malpensa to Zermatt (Täsch) | about 185 km | about 2 h 50 | from €615 |
| Malpensa to St. Moritz | about 230 km | about 3 h 15 | from €610 |
| Malpensa to Venice | about 307 km | about 3 h 15 | from €900 |
| Malpensa to Florence | about 350 km | about 3 h 45 | from €1,070 |
How our prices work
Prices shown are starting prices for a Mercedes E-Class (up to 2 passengers) on a weekday daytime transfer. The V-Class for up to 6 passengers starts from €200 Malpensa to Milan; the S-Class is on request. Night-time pick-ups, weekends in high season and public holidays are priced differently. Enter your trip in the form above to see the exact price for your date and flight time. It is per car, not per person, and includes fuel, motorway tolls and airport parking. Once your booking is confirmed, the price does not change, even if your flight is delayed.
Three Mercedes for Malpensa Transfers
Recent Mercedes, no more than two to three years old, cleaned and checked before every transfer.
Mercedes E-Class
- Executive sedan, discreet and elegant
- Leather interior and climate control
- 2 large suitcases + cabin bags
- Child seat on request
- Fuel, tolls and parking included
Mercedes V-Class
- Luxury van with individual seats
- Room for 6 people and their suitcases
- Same price for 1 to 6 passengers
- Child seats on request
- Fuel, tolls and parking included
Mercedes S-Class
- First-class luxury saloon
- Near-silent cabin, rear comfort seats
- Light luggage only: choose the V-Class for several suitcases
- Price on request
- Fuel, tolls and parking included
From Malpensa to Milan, the Lakes and the Alps
Malpensa sits between Milan and the lakes, so many guests go straight to Lake Como, Lake Maggiore or Switzerland.
The most requested routes
- 1Milan cityabout 50 km · 45–60 min
On the A8 motorway into the city, to any hotel, home, office or station.
- 2Comoabout 50 km · 45 min
Across the hills to the southern tip of Lake Como, Cernobbio and Villa d’Este.
- 3Stresaabout 40 km · 40 min
Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands, the closest lake to the airport.
- 4Luganoabout 70 km · about 1 h
Into Switzerland through the Chiasso border crossing, usually without delays.
- 5Bellagioabout 85 km · about 1 h 40
The last stretch follows the lakeside road from Como, slow but beautiful.
- 6Zermatt-Täschabout 185 km · about 2 h 50
Over the Simplon Pass to Täsch, where the shuttle train to car-free Zermatt leaves.
Approximate driving times from Malpensa without stops, on a normal day.
Local, Licensed, Milan-Based Since 1993
The details that make landing at Malpensa easy, from the first email to your front door.
Fixed Price, Written Confirmation
You see the price before you pay. Once confirmed it does not change for traffic, luggage or flight delays.
A Milan Company Since 1993
Not a global platform or an app. You talk to the same small team that plans and looks after your transfer.
English-Speaking Drivers
Every driver speaks English and knows both Malpensa terminals, the meeting points and the fastest way into Milan.
Flight Tracking & 60 Min Free Wait
The driver follows your landing in real time. The first 60 minutes after landing are always included.
One Team Responsible
When a trusted local partner chauffeur drives for us, MilanobyCar remains responsible for your booking, the car and the price.
Licensed NCC Operator
A fully licensed Italian private hire company (NCC), insured for every passenger on every trip.
Meet & Greet Inside Arrivals
No searching the kerb: your driver waits in the arrivals hall with your name and walks you to the car.
Price Per Car, Not Per Person
One price for the whole vehicle. A family of four pays the same as one passenger in the same car.
What Travellers Say About MilanobyCar
From guests who travelled with MilanobyCar between Milan, its airports and northern Italy.
“The driver was extremely professional, on time, the car impeccably clean.”
“During the drive we asked for a stop in Verona for sightseeing and lunch — the driver brought us into town and waited.”
Frequently Asked Questions — Malpensa Airport Car Service
How much is a private car from Malpensa Airport to Milan?
A private transfer from Malpensa to central Milan starts from €170 per car for a Mercedes E-Class with up to 2 passengers, and from €200 for a Mercedes V-Class with up to 6 passengers, on a weekday daytime transfer. Night-time, high-season weekends and public holidays are priced differently. The price is per car, not per person, and includes fuel, motorway tolls and airport parking. Enter your trip in the booking form to see the exact price for your date and flight time.
How long does it take from Malpensa to central Milan?
About 45 to 60 minutes for the 50 km from Malpensa to central Milan on the A8 motorway, depending on the time of day. Arriving in the city between 7 and 9 am or 5 and 7 pm can add 20 to 30 minutes.
Where will the driver meet us at Malpensa?
Inside the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, as you come out of baggage reclaim and customs. The driver holds a name board, helps with the luggage and walks you to the car. You receive the driver's name and mobile number the day before your arrival.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Nothing changes for you. The driver follows your flight in real time and adjusts the pick-up to the actual landing time. The first 60 minutes after landing are always free, and the confirmed price does not change because of a flight delay.
Which terminal should I tell you, Terminal 1 or Terminal 2?
Just send us your flight number and we check the terminal. Terminal 1 handles most scheduled and intercontinental flights, Terminal 2 is used mainly by easyJet. The two terminals are a few kilometres apart, so it matters that the driver waits at the right one.
Can you book fast-track security or a VIP lounge at Malpensa?
No. We provide the meet and greet service inside the arrivals hall. Fast-track security and VIP lounge services are sold by the airport and booked directly by passengers.
Is the Malpensa Express train cheaper than a private car?
Yes, per person. The Malpensa Express runs to Milano Cadorna and Milano Centrale in roughly 40 to 55 minutes. A private car is booked at a confirmed price per car, waits for you even if your flight is late, takes all your luggage and drives you to the door of your hotel, which for two or more people with suitcases is often worth the difference.
Can you drive us from Malpensa directly to Lake Como or Switzerland?
Yes. Como is about 45 minutes from Malpensa and starts from €165, Bellagio about 1 h 40 from €305, Lugano about 1 hour from €255, and Zermatt-Täsch about 2 h 50 from €615 and St. Moritz about 3 h 15 from €610. You go straight from the airport without a stop in Milan.
How early should we leave Milan for a flight from Malpensa?
From central Milan allow about 50 to 60 minutes to the airport, more at rush hour, and plan to arrive 2 hours before a European flight and 3 hours before a long-haul flight. We suggest the pick-up time when you book.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes. Baby seats, child seats and boosters are available on request, and free of charge on medium and long journeys such as Lake Como, Switzerland or Venice. Tell us the age of each child when you book.
How many passengers and suitcases fit in the car?
The Mercedes E-Class takes up to 2 passengers with 2 large suitcases and cabin bags. The Mercedes V-Class takes up to 6 passengers with their luggage, at the same price for 1 to 6 people. With several large suitcases we recommend the V-Class rather than the S-Class, whose boot is smaller.
Is MilanobyCar a local company?
Yes. MilanobyCar is a licensed NCC private hire company based in Milan since 1993, run by Adrian and a small team. We are not a global platform or a booking app: you deal with the same people from the first email to the end of your trip. When we work with trusted local partner chauffeurs, MilanobyCar remains responsible for your booking.
How do I book and pay?
Enter your pick-up, destination, date and time in the booking form on this page to see the price and book online, or contact us by WhatsApp or phone at +39 335 821 0912 or by email at booking@milanobycar.com. Payment is made online through a secure link. Cancellation terms are in our booking terms and conditions.
Malpensa Express, Taxi or Private Car?
The Malpensa Express train runs from both terminals to Milano Cadorna and Milano Centrale in roughly 40 to 55 minutes and is the cheapest option for one person with a small bag whose hotel is near one of those stations. Official white taxis wait outside arrivals and charge a fixed fare for the city. A private car service costs more than the train but is booked in advance at a confirmed price, waits for you inside the terminal even if your flight is late, takes several suitcases and children’s seats, and goes anywhere: your hotel door in Milan, a villa on Lake Como or a resort in Switzerland. For two or more people with luggage, the difference per person is small.
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Malpensa
Terminal 1 handles most scheduled and intercontinental flights; Terminal 2 is used mainly by easyJet. The two terminals are a few kilometres apart and linked by a free shuttle bus and the train, so tell us your flight number and we send the driver to the right one. On arrival the driver waits in the public arrivals hall as you come out of baggage reclaim and customs. If you are delayed at passport control or baggage claim, the driver can see that your flight has landed and keeps waiting.
Practical Tips for Departures from Malpensa
From central Milan allow about 50 to 60 minutes to the airport, more at rush hour or on Friday evenings, and arrive at least 2 hours before a European flight and 3 hours before a long-haul one. Fast-track security and VIP lounge services are sold by the airport and booked directly by passengers. If you are staying on Lake Como, Malpensa is often more convenient than Linate: Como is only about 45 minutes away.
Page updated October 2026 by Adrian, MilanobyCar.
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