Milan Malpensa International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 15h 23m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Milan Malpensa International Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport is an international airport in Ferno, in the Province of Varese, Lombardy, Italy. It is the largest airport in northern Italy, serving Lombardy, Piedmont, and Liguria, as well as the Swiss canton of Ticino. It is located 49 kilometres (30 mi) northwest of Milan, next to the Ticino river dividing Lombardy and Piedmont. The airport is located inside the Parco Naturale Lombardo Della Valle Del Ticino, a nature reserve included by UNESCO in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. The airport was opened in 1909 by Giovanni Agusta and Gianni Caproni to test their aircraft prototypes, before switching to civil operation in 1948.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
LIMCLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17R / 35L▸ displaced | 12,861 ft / 3,920 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17L / 35R▸ displaced | 12,861 ft / 3,920 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MILANO APP | 132.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.025 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 120.900 MHz |
| DEP | MILANO DEP | 126.750 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.000 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA MILANO Z1 LOMBARDIA | Class A | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL095 |
| TMA MILANO Z2 OLTREPO | Class A | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| CTA MILANO Z1 BRERA | Class A | CTA | FL095 | FL195 |
| MALPENSA CTR Z1 | Class D | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| ATZ ATZ MALPENSA LIMC | Class D | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| FIR MILANO | Class G | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| VALLE TICINO E LAGO MAGGIORE Z1(PARK) | Special use | Type 29 | GND | 500 ft GND |
| FMC MINW---SSR4610 | Special use | TMZ | GND | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Italy airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 709 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 236 ft | 463 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 515 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 492 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 548 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 594 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Milan Malpensa International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Milan Malpensa International Airport?
The ICAO code for Milan Malpensa International Airport is LIMC, and its IATA code is MXP.
Where is Milan Malpensa International Airport located?
Milan Malpensa International Airport is large airport located in Ferno (VA), Italy, at an elevation of 768 ft (234 m).
How many runways does Milan Malpensa International Airport have?
Milan Malpensa International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,861 ft / 3,920 m.
Which airlines fly to Milan Malpensa International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Milan Malpensa International Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Algerie, Air Baltic, Air Berlin, among 75 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Milan Malpensa International Airport?
Historical data lists 104 nonstop destinations from Milan Malpensa International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Milan Malpensa International Airport in?
Milan Malpensa International Airport is in the Europe/Rome time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Milan Malpensa International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Milan Malpensa International Airport is approximately 3.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Milan Malpensa International Airport?
The nearest airport to Milan Malpensa International Airport is Vergiate Airfield (LILG), about 5.1 nm to the nnw, followed by Oasi Airfield and Cameri Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Milan Malpensa International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.