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$280+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Malpensa (MXP)

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SAN — MXP
May 26 — Jun 21
Mon 5/26
Mon 6/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Malpensa (MXP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$511
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$476
(Booking.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,340
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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 May 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Sun 10/198:10 amSAN - MXP
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/61:05 pmMXP - SAN
3 stops41h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$511
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:10 amSAN - MXP
1 stop16h 50mAir Canada
Fri 11/71:05 pmMXP - SAN
3 stops41h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/20$517
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:10 amSAN - MXP
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/21:05 pmMXP - SAN
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$535
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2510:10 pmSAN - MXP
2 stops26h 35mDelta
Tue 11/1111:05 amMXP - SAN
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/20$549
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/151:58 pmSAN - MXP
2 stops19h 42mSWISS
Mon 11/37:05 pmMXP - SAN
2 stops34h 11mSWISS
Deal found 5/20$571
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:52 pmSAN - MXP
2 stops16h 28mLufthansa
Mon 11/175:25 pmMXP - SAN
1 stop31h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 5/20$576
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/163:59 pmSAN - MXP
2 stops17h 21mAir France
Wed 11/512:35 pmMXP - SAN
2 stops19h 19mAir France
Deal found 5/20$606
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/169:40 amSAN - MXP
1 stop16h 40mIberia
Wed 11/510:30 amMXP - SAN
2 stops31h 56mIberia
Deal found 5/20$610
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:04 amSAN - MXP
2 stops23h 11mFinnair
Mon 10/67:05 pmMXP - SAN
2 stops31h 36mFinnair
Deal found 5/20$630
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2411:05 amSAN - MXP
2 stops36h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/148:05 pmMXP - SAN
2 stops30h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 5/20$639
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/244:40 pmSAN - MXP
1 stop19h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 10/107:25 amMXP - SAN
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/20$662
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:20 amSAN - MXP
1 stop18h 05mKLM
Sat 8/309:20 amMXP - SAN
1 stop20h 32mKLM
Deal found 5/20$668

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 May 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Malpensa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Sun 10/19

8:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/6

1:05 pm-9:17 pm

3 stops41h 12m

$511

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Fri 11/7

1:05 pm-9:15 pm

3 stops41h 10m

$517

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Sat 10/25

10:10 pm-8:45 am

2 stops26h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 11/12

12:00 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$549

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Fri 10/17

8:11 pm-10:00 am

3 stops28h 49m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 11/5

11:30 am-10:53 am

2 stops32h 23m

$563

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 10/15

1:58 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops19h 42m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 11/3

7:05 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops34h 11m

$571

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 10/27

6:52 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops16h 28m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 11/17

5:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$576

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Thu 10/16

3:59 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops17h 21m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 11/5

12:35 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops19h 19m

$606

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Thu 10/16

9:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop16h 40m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 11/5

10:30 am-9:26 am

2 stops31h 56m

$610

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Mon 8/25

10:04 am-6:15 pm

2 stops23h 11m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 10/6

7:05 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops31h 36m

$630

San DiegoMilan

SAN - MXP

SANMXP

San Diego

Wed 9/24

11:05 am-8:35 am

2 stops36h 30m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 10/14

8:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$639

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Deals found on 5/21

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Milan Malpensa Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $594). Flying from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to MXP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Malpensa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 21, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Malpensa by month

Plan your trip to Malpensa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Milan Malpensa Airport ranges from 2.2 - 5.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Milan Malpensa Airport when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Malpensa by month

Plan your trip to Malpensa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Milan Malpensa Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 May 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Milan, such as Delta, KLM and Finnair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,346 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,282 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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. 4 airlines have flights to Milan Malpensa from San Diego on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $511, United Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $517 and $549, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $476 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WestJet from $1,302 and Lufthansa from $1,384 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport (average of $594). Flying from San Diego to Milan Malpensa Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Malpensa

Discover the top 4 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 May 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$642Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$702Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$756Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$787Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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