How long does it take to fly to Milan?

The flight from California to Milan depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Jose (a popular airport in California) to Milan Malpensa Airport (the most popular airport in Milan), then the flight time is 14h 01m on average. If you fly from Santa Ana (another popular airport in California) to Milan Malpensa Airport, then the average flight time is 14h 13m.

What airlines fly to Milan?

Lufthansa, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Milan from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Milan. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Milan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Milan?

Royal Air Maroc, United Airlines, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from California to Milan

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Milan?

Prices for flights from California to Milan are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Milan?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Milan is 16 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Milan?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Milan.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Milan?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Milan can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Milan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:00 pm - 9:05 amSMF Sacramento Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa

55h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

12:55 pm - 3:21 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SMF Sacramento Intl

35h 26m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl

$553Air Canada

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

6:00 pm - 9:05 amSMF Sacramento Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa

31h 05m3 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

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$557Air Canada

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7:41 pm - 1:15 pmSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

33h 34m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:15 pm - 10:40 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

16h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$591United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

2:08 pm - 1:15 pmSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

15h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:15 pm - 11:27 amMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

29h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$591United Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 6

7:00 pm - 7:45 pmSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

16h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

7:25 am - 5:50 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

19h 25m1 stop London Heathrow

$594British Airways

Tue, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 2

7:00 am - 9:50 amSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

17h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:00 pm - 8:49 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

17h 49m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$598Delta

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16

7:00 am - 9:50 amSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

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12:00 pm - 8:49 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

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$598Delta

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6:00 pm - 7:50 pmSAN San Diego-MXP Milan Malpensa

16h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

2:20 pm - 7:29 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-SAN San Diego

38h 09m1 stop Philadelphia

$599British Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 pm - 9:35 pmSAN San Diego-LIN Milan Linate

18h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

8:25 pm - 10:30 amLIN Milan Linate-SAN San Diego

23h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth

$605Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 20

6:00 pm - 9:35 pmSAN San Diego-LIN Milan Linate

18h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

7:55 am - 7:19 pmLIN Milan Linate-SAN San Diego

20h 24m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$606Multiple Airlines

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21h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

$629American Airlines

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4:30 pm - 5:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-LIN Milan Linate

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21h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

$629American Airlines

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10:20 am - 11:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-MXP Milan Malpensa

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$640Multiple Airlines

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$642Delta

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7:05 am - 10:05 amLAX Los Angeles-MXP Milan Malpensa

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2:25 pm - 11:35 amMXP Milan Malpensa-LAX Los Angeles

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$643Iberia

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7:05 am - 10:05 amLAX Los Angeles-MXP Milan Malpensa

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$643Iberia

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11:25 am - 11:09 pmMXP Milan Malpensa-LAX Los Angeles

20h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$655Delta

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16h 35m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

12:55 pm - 8:20 amMXP Milan Malpensa-LAX Los Angeles

28h 25m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V

$662Royal Air Maroc

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5

7:51 am - 11:30 amLAX Los Angeles-MXP Milan Malpensa

18h 39m1 stop Miami

2:15 pm - 1:09 amMXP Milan Malpensa-LAX Los Angeles

19h 54m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl

$671British Airways

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14

10:40 am - 11:30 amLAX Los Angeles-MXP Milan Malpensa

15h 50m1 stop Miami

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31h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

$677British Airways

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Milan?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Milan from California, with most prices found around $527. The month of February is another great option to travel to Milan, with average flight prices from California averaging around $546.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Milan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Milan from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Milan for around $732 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Milan from California for as low as $658 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$330
Fastest flight time	13h 15m
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The best one-way flight to Milan from California in the past 72 hours is $330. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Milan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $553.

The fastest flight from California to Milan takes 13h 15m

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Milan is 16 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Milan?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Milan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Milan?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Milan can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Milan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Condor	PriceFrom $175	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 596 reviews	Search Condor flights
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