$262 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Milan (MXP)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Milan (SFO-MXP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $262 for one-way flights and $417 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$417 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $417 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$433 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $433 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Sun, Feb 15 - Wed, Feb 25
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$434 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$434
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 15 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $434 found 2 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 29
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$441 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$441
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Thu, Apr 16 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $441 found 16 hours ago
Iberia
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 3
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$454 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$454
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $454 found 1 day ago
United
Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$476 Roundtrip, just found
$476
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $476 just found
Brussels Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$476 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$476
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $476 found 9 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$476 Roundtrip, just found
$476
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $476 just found
Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 3
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$482 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $482 found 5 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
MXP
Milan
$489 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$489
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Milan, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $489 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Milan (MXP)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $427 - $1,018 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Milan

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Linate LIN. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $450
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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Milan (MXP)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Malpensa Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Condor, Delta, Emirates, Finnair, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$416
Distance
5932 mi

San Francisco to Milan Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Milan

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Milan are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Milan with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Milan

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Milan: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Milan

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Milan in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $262 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Milan flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Milan airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $262 or cheap return flight from $417 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to MXP. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to landing a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from SFO to MXP, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)?
There aren't any daily direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MXP?
Usually you'll find the greatest selection of flight options on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* However, this can vary based on the season, airline and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from SFO to MXP generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MXP flight and hotel package?
Securing a SFO to MXP flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Malpensa Intl. Airport (MXP)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your SFO to MXP flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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