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$289+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Malpensa (MXP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MXP
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Malpensa

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Malpensa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Malpensa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:35 pm
SAN
-
MXP
1 stop18h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/189:50 am
MXP
-
SAN
2 stops17h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$438
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2311:57 am
SAN
-
MXP
2 stops16h 58m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/119:50 am
MXP
-
SAN
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:45 pm
SAN
-
MXP
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/116:05 am
MXP
-
SAN
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$464
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:35 pm
SAN
-
MXP
1 stop14h 05m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/189:50 am
MXP
-
SAN
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/24$467
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/117:00 am
SAN
-
MXP
2 stops17h 55m
Air Canada
Wed 3/1812:05 pm
MXP
-
SAN
2 stops18h 38m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/25$469
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/106:35 pm
SAN
-
MXP
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1711:35 am
MXP
-
SAN
2 stops32h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$470
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/55:35 pm
SAN
-
MXP
1 stop18h 10m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/189:50 am
MXP
-
SAN
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/23$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:05 am
SAN
-
MXP
1 stop15h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 3/1812:05 pm
MXP
-
SAN
2 stops42h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:10 pm
SAN
-
MXP
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 3/41:05 pm
MXP
-
SAN
2 stops42h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$475

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$438
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$289
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$498
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($278 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Malpensa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Malpensa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 2/25

7:05 am-7:30 am

1 stop15h 25m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 3/4

1:05 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 35m

$472

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Tue 3/3

11:30 am-4:40 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 3/18

12:05 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 35m

$479

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 2/23

1:13 pm-9:45 am

1 stop35h 32m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 3/11

10:05 am-8:45 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$485

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 3/2

7:05 am-7:30 am

1 stop15h 25m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 3/15

12:05 pm-9:47 am

2 stops53h 42m

$488

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-9:55 am

2 stops18h 25m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 3/4

1:05 pm-5:24 pm

3 stops37h 19m

$489

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 3/4

5:35 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 3/8

11:40 am-9:47 am

2 stops30h 07m

$497

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Sun 3/1

9:00 am-9:55 am

2 stops39h 55m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 3/8

11:40 am-9:47 am

2 stops30h 07m

$497

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 4/15

8:59 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 16m

$289

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Tue 3/17

9:59 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$339

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 3/16

6:55 am-5:10 pm

3 stops50h 15m

$343

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Deals found on 1/24

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Malpensa

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Malpensa in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Malpensa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $379). Flying from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malpensa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malpensa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Malpensa. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Lufthansa, and British Airways from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,747 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,700 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Malpensa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Milan Malpensa?

    For a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Milan Malpensa per day. 3 airlines have flights to Milan Malpensa from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport can take about 15h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $472. San Diego and Milan Malpensa Airport are separated by a distance of 6050 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $494, British Airways will fly you from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $563 and $573, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Malpensa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Malpensa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Malpensa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Malpensa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Malpensa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Malpensa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $379). Flying from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $645). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Malpensa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Malpensa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$563Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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