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$466+ Cheap flights from Malpensa (MXP) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — SFO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milan Malpensa to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Malpensa to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malpensa (MXP) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$521
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$466
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$608
From Milan Malpensa to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Malpensa to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malpensa to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/2011:15 amMXP - SFO
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/38:25 amSFO - MXP
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$521
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/37:25 amMXP - SFO
2 stops25h 34mBritish Airways
Mon 10/133:51 pmSFO - MXP
2 stops17h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11$522
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:20 amMXP - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/27:30 pmSFO - MXP
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$523
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:15 pmMXP - SFO
2 stops19h 54mAir Canada
Sun 10/58:31 amSFO - MXP
2 stops17h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/39:10 amMXP - SFO
2 stops24h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1011:45 pmSFO - MXP
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/2411:15 amMXP - SFO
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/312:30 pmSFO - MXP
1 stop18h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$526
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/206:15 amMXP - SFO
2 stops18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/38:25 amSFO - MXP
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 10/1110:40 amMXP - SFO
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1711:33 pmSFO - MXP
2 stops25h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$529
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/137:30 pmMXP - SFO
1 stop29h 40mSWISS
Sun 10/127:30 pmSFO - MXP
1 stop19h 05mSWISS
Deal found 9/10$530
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 12/246:20 amMXP - SFO
1 stop17h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 12/314:35 pmSFO - MXP
1 stop22h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11$531
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 10/412:15 pmMXP - SFO
1 stop18h 25mAir Canada
Sun 10/128:30 amSFO - MXP
1 stop16h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 9/11$532

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Malpensa to San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Malpensa

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Tue 9/23

11:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

8:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 30m

$521

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Fri 10/3

7:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

3:51 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$522

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Fri 10/3

7:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

6:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops20h 45m

$522

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Fri 10/3

9:10 am-10:20 pm

2 stops22h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

5:15 am-10:00 am

2 stops19h 45m

$525

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Fri 10/3

9:10 am-11:57 pm

2 stops23h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

11:33 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop28h 47m

$525

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Fri 10/24

11:15 am-7:55 pm

1 stop17h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

2:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$525

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Sun 10/19

9:10 am-10:04 am

2 stops33h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

2:45 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$527

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Sun 10/5

12:15 pm-11:11 am

1 stop31h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

8:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 30m

$532

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Thu 10/9

11:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$534

MilanSan Francisco

MXP - SFO

MXPSFO

Milan Malpensa

Mon 10/6

1:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

10:53 pm-9:10 am

1 stop25h 17m

$538

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Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Malpensa to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 MXP to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Malpensa to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Lufthansa, and British Airways from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malpensa to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Milan Malpensa?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Milan Malpensa to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Milan Malpensa; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Milan Malpensa per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Milan Malpensa. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco can take about 13h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $521. Airlines will cover a distance of 5928 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $573. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $585 and $640, respectively. Lufthansa is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malpensa to San Francisco 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 Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 Malpensa to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Malpensa to San Francisco. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$573Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$585Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$640Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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