Will my planned flight connection times at Milan (MXP) be adequate?
Jul 8, 2014, 9:39 pm
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Will my planned flight connection times at Milan (MXP) be adequate?
Hey guys,
I have MXP - YYZ departing at 12:15 on July 15. I was planning on getting back to the MXP area in the afternoon on the 14th from ZRH, but now I'm considering ZRH - VIE on the 14th and then VIE - MXP on the 15th, leaving at 7AM and getting in at 8:30AM with a little time to spare before the 12:15 flight back to YYZ.
It would be a long layover so no additional charge, but obviously I'm booking these tickets separately so if for some reason the VIE MXP flight misconnects I'm SOL.
Would you take the gamble to see another city? 9 hour layover
I have MXP - YYZ departing at 12:15 on July 15. I was planning on getting back to the MXP area in the afternoon on the 14th from ZRH, but now I'm considering ZRH - VIE on the 14th and then VIE - MXP on the 15th, leaving at 7AM and getting in at 8:30AM with a little time to spare before the 12:15 flight back to YYZ.
It would be a long layover so no additional charge, but obviously I'm booking these tickets separately so if for some reason the VIE MXP flight misconnects I'm SOL.
Would you take the gamble to see another city? 9 hour layover
Jul 8, 2014, 10:24 pm
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I'd avoid such a tight connection in MXP. I've heard it's a bit of a madhouse... my friend who recently went said she was glad she had extra time.
From reading around, it says that 2 hours is the MINIMUM preferred time for connections in MXP.
From reading around, it says that 2 hours is the MINIMUM preferred time for connections in MXP.
Jul 8, 2014, 10:44 pm
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Thanks, I didn't look around for reviews about MXP and I'm grateful you did. I'll just play it safe and get in the night before then.
Jul 8, 2014, 10:51 pm
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MXP is fairly easy to deal with. I had a long walk between the UA counter and the gate, but efficiency was reasonable.
With a 4 hr layover, you should be OK, but you never know. I'd probably buy insurance for the trip if doing this on two different tickets.
I can point you to a reasonable MXP airport hotel if you decide to come back early.
With a 4 hr layover, you should be OK, but you never know. I'd probably buy insurance for the trip if doing this on two different tickets.
I can point you to a reasonable MXP airport hotel if you decide to come back early.
Jul 8, 2014, 11:59 pm
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With a more informative thread title, I've moved this to the Italy forum where more discussion can take place. Ocn Vw 1K, Moderator, TravelBuzz.
Jul 9, 2014, 12:05 pm
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Hey guys,
I have MXP - YYZ departing at 12:15 on July 15. I was planning on getting back to the MXP area in the afternoon on the 14th from ZRH, but now I'm considering ZRH - VIE on the 14th and then VIE - MXP on the 15th, leaving at 7AM and getting in at 8:30AM with a little time to spare before the 12:15 flight back to YYZ.
It would be a long layover so no additional charge, but obviously I'm booking these tickets separately so if for some reason the VIE MXP flight misconnects I'm SOL.
Would you take the gamble to see another city? 9 hour layover
I have MXP - YYZ departing at 12:15 on July 15. I was planning on getting back to the MXP area in the afternoon on the 14th from ZRH, but now I'm considering ZRH - VIE on the 14th and then VIE - MXP on the 15th, leaving at 7AM and getting in at 8:30AM with a little time to spare before the 12:15 flight back to YYZ.
It would be a long layover so no additional charge, but obviously I'm booking these tickets separately so if for some reason the VIE MXP flight misconnects I'm SOL.
Would you take the gamble to see another city? 9 hour layover
Apr 6, 2016, 8:24 am
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Would this be a single ticket? Have you checked MCT for BA schengen to UA international at MXP?
Apr 8, 2016, 7:51 am
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However, for future reference, if you are flying on two separate flight tickets and have a minimum 90 min connection in MXP (same terminal) or 100 min connection (different terminals), you can benefit from the free MXP 'ViaMilano' insurance policy if you register your details in advance on the airport's website (http://www.flyviamilano.eu/en/your-t...connection.jsp). For the T&Cs, visit http://www.flyviamilano.eu/en/docs/V...conditions.pdf
Apr 8, 2016, 6:30 pm
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