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Non-stop flights from San Francisco International Airport to Milan are not available. However, you will find multiple one-stop flights from several airlines, including Lufthansa, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and KLM. These flights layover in cities such as Frankfurt, Washington DC, New York, Paris, and Amsterdam.

If you want to travel by public means, you can use the Malpensa train that departs directly from Terminal 1 to Central Station or Piazza Cardona. You can expect the train to depart every half an hour, and it takes about 20-50min to get to the city. You can also use the Malpensa Airport Shuttle from Terminal T2 that runs every 15min.

If you're looking to reach Milan city center faster, Linate Airport is the closest. However, it happens to be more expensive than the others. Bergamo Airport may be a better option for budget travelers, while Malpensa Airport offers value for money as it features low-cost and commercial flights from top flag airlines. However, it's the biggest airport of the three so expect bigger crowds and long queues.

You can spend the night at Sheraton Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel and Conference Center. It's located inside the airport with direct access to Terminal 1.

Suppose you arrive at SFO feeling unwell. In that case, SFO Medical Clinic on the departures level of the International Terminal Main Hall will gladly receive you. The facility runs between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. every weekday and offers urgent care, immigration physicals, occupational health services, and travel medicine.

SFO operates four passenger terminals; three interlinked domestic Terminals, 1, 2, and 3, and an International Terminal that is not connected to the rest. An AirTrain provides easy connection between the terminals every 5-15min. You can also move from one terminal to the other via walkways.

The Malpensa Business Center on the arrivals floor of Malpensa Airport (MXP), Terminal 1, offers a quiet and well-equipped space for arriving passengers who want to attend meetings before exiting the airport. Also, it offers services such as printing, photocopying, and scanning. The amenity has booking options at hourly, half-day, and full-day rates.

A wide range of European and American car rental agencies operate their counters at Bergamo Airport (BGY), including Ecovia, Centauro, and Dollar. You won’t have challenges enjoying a self-ride to the city center of Milan. Follow the signs to locate the car rental desks in front of the exit doors at the terminal.

The Milan Cathedral is an iconic landmark in Milan, and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) is the closest airport, about 4.2 miles away. You can reach this attraction in under 10 minutes from the airport by taxi. Furthermore, buses offer cheaper transfers for those on tight budgets. The coach leaves at 15-minute intervals and takes about 7 minutes to reach the Cathedral.

A tourist information counter at Malpensa Airport (MXP) in Terminal 1, before security, should be your next stop if you have just landed and want information regarding the airport amenities, transportation options to the city center, or nearby attractions.  

Flights from San Francisco to Milan usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Milan area, including Milan Linate (LIN) and Milan Malpensa (MXP).

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Milan:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Milan most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 19% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) - 11% of one-stop connections

Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the San Francisco to Milan route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $711 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $859, a difference of $148. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Milan are Stazione Centrale, Milan City Centre and Duomo di Milano. These are among the most viewed places in Milan on KAYAK.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Milan takes 0h 00m, covering 5,951 miles.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Milan:

• Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
• Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

The flight takes about 0h 00m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $767. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Milan are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $409, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 50m, compared with 14h 56m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 15h 10m via Zurich (ZRH).

Milan is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Since Milan is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) — daily rates from around $1:

· SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
· Felirent
· Rent Smart 24
· Europcar
· Goldcar Rental SP

Near Milan Linate Airport (LIN) — daily rates from around $4:

· NOLEGGIARE
· DRIVALIA
· Rent Smart 24
· Budget
· Europcar

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Milan range from $598 to $981, with an average of $767 over the past 12 months. Anything below $598 counts as a good deal.