Milan Malpensa to Tokyo Narita is a premium long-haul route covering 9,600km. ANA operates seasonal direct flights MXP-NRT from €850 return. ITA Airways offers direct seasonal services from €890. Flight time 11h30m. Peak cherry blossom (March-April) and autumn foliage (October) push fares to €1,400+. January and February see lowest prices. Direct options save 5+ hours compared to connecting via Middle East hubs.
Route: Milan (MXP) → Tokyo (NRT)
Distance: 9600 km
Prices by Season
| Season | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Jan-Feb | €850 | €1100 |
| Mar-May | €1200 | €1600 |
| Jun-Aug | €1100 | €1500 |
| Sep-Nov | €950 | €1400 |
| Dec | €1300 | €1800 |
Airlines on This Route
- ANA: direct, 11h30m, from €850, 5x weekly
- ITA Airways: direct, 11h45m, from €890, 3x weekly
Best Time to Book
Book 3-5 months in advance for lowest ANA and ITA fares. January and February are cheapest months. Avoid Golden Week (late April) and Christmas. Tuesday/Wednesday departures save €50-€100 vs weekends. Set price alerts 4 months ahead. Summer schedules release 11 months prior.
Luggage Tips
ANA Economy includes 2x23kg checked bags plus 10kg cabin. ITA Airways Economy Light includes 1x23kg checked bag and 8kg cabin. Strict weight limits apply. Excess baggage fees exceed €100 per bag. Premium Economy offers increased allowances. Measure bags before arriving at Milan Malpensa to avoid airport surcharges. Buy extra bags online pre-flight.
Destination Highlights
- Tokyo Narita: Main international hub, 60km from centre, ANA and ITA base.
- Shinjuku: Major transport hub, skyscrapers, nightlife, accessible via Narita Express.
- Shibuya: Famous crossing, shopping, youth culture, 90min from Narita.
Airport Transfer Tips
Narita Express (NEX): 53 min to Tokyo Station, ¥3,070 (€19). Keisei Skyliner: 41 min to Ueno, ¥2,570 (€16). Airport Limousine Bus: 90 min to major hotels, ¥1,300 (€8). Taxi: ¥20,000+ (€125+), avoid unless group. JR Pass covers NEX if activated. Buy tickets at Terminal 1 arrivals.
Related Pages
- Milan Malpensa (MXP) Airport Guide 2026
- Tokyo Narita (NRT) Airport Guide
- Japan Travel Costs & Budget Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are cheap flights from Milan to Tokyo?
ANA direct flights start at €850 return in low season (January-February). ITA Airways seasonal direct fares begin at €890 return. Prices include standard checked baggage. Connecting flights via Istanbul or Doha can drop to €750 but add 5+ hours travel time. Peak cherry blossom season March-April costs €1,400+. Book early for best rates.
Which Tokyo airport should I fly to from Milan?
Narita (NRT) is the main international hub served by ANA and ITA from Milan. It is 60km from central Tokyo. Haneda (HND) is closer to the city but has fewer European direct flights. For this route, you will likely arrive at Narita. Use the Narita Express or Keisei Skyliner for transfer. Haneda is better for domestic connections.
When should I book Milan to Tokyo flights?
Book 3-5 months in advance for the lowest fares on ANA and ITA Airways. January and February are the cheapest months to fly. Avoid Golden Week (late April-early May) and Christmas when prices double. Tuesday and Wednesday departures often save €50-€100 compared to weekend flights. Set price alerts four months before your intended travel dates.
What luggage can I bring on Milan-Tokyo flights?
ANA Economy includes two checked bags at 23kg each plus 10kg cabin baggage. ITA Airways Economy Light includes one 23kg checked bag and 8kg cabin bag. Premium Economy offers increased allowances. Strict weight limits apply. Excess baggage fees are high at €100+ per bag. Measure bags before arriving at Milan Malpensa to avoid airport surcharges.
How long is the flight from Milan to Tokyo?
Direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Tokyo Narita take approximately 11 hours and 30 minutes. ANA and ITA operate Boeing 777 or 787 aircraft on this route. There is an 8-hour time difference in winter (7 hours in summer) with Tokyo ahead. Total door-to-door travel time including transfers is around 15 hours.
Are there direct flights from Milan to Tokyo?
Yes, ANA operates seasonal direct flights from Milan Malpensa to Tokyo Narita. ITA Airways also schedules seasonal direct services in 2026. These flights run primarily during summer and winter peaks. No layovers are required. Frequency varies from 4 to 7 times weekly depending on the season. Winter schedules may be reduced compared to summer high season operations.
Data updated: 2026-03
