- Must visit
Palazzo Abatellis - Regional Gallery of Sicily
Major Sicilian art museum in a Gothic-Catalan palace, known for Antonello da Messina's masterpieces and medieval to Renaissance works.
Flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 03:45, the last at 21:10. The fastest flight covers the 571 miles (919 km) distance in 1h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 571 miles (919 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 3:45 AM |
Last flight 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Flights per day
8
Distance
919 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 8 flights that leave Milan Malpensa Airport for Palermo onThu, Jun 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct flights cover the 919 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the longest flights will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $83, and a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 571 miles (919 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $173 Average price | $123 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 12m Average total duration 16h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 57m Average total duration 24h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 45m Average total duration 22h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 15h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo:
A ferry is $40 (€32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo costing on average $123 (€99).
A ferry is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo costing on average $126 (€102).
A ferry is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo costing on average $173 (€140).
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 42m.
Ferry takes on average 22h 45m.
Bus takes on average 24h 27m.
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Palermo flights for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN8811+ LX1075+ LX1740 | 2:50 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 18h10 | 9:00 AM Palermo Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ7446+ AZ4772 · AZ7353 | 2:50 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 20h10 | 11:00 AM Palermo Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 1028 | 3:05 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 4:50 PM Palermo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC3507 | 4:00 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 5:45 PM Palermo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1857+ LX1111+ LX1740 | 5:20 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 15h40 | 9:00 AM Palermo Airport | 2 transfers | |
EC3621 | 7:15 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 9:00 PM Palermo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ7870 · LH4453+ LH1914 | 7:20 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 15h40 | 11:00 AM Palermo Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 1150 | 7:25 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 9:10 PM Palermo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC3511 | 8:15 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 10:00 PM Palermo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SN3160+ SN2641+ LH1914 | 9:45 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 13h15 | 11:00 AM Palermo Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 5:45 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 6:45 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1h45 | 7:45 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major Sicilian art museum in a Gothic-Catalan palace, known for Antonello da Messina's masterpieces and medieval to Renaissance works.
Important archaeology museum with Phoenician, Greek, Roman and Egyptian collections, central for understanding Sicily's ancient history.
Well-preserved aristocratic house museum with original furnishings, frescoes and decorative arts, offering a vivid look at noble Palermo.
Palermo's famous seaside district with turquoise water, white sand and Liberty-style villas, highly popular with locals and visitors.
Lively historic market area known for street life, colorful stalls and an authentic atmosphere that draws many photographers.
Main pedestrian-friendly avenue cutting through the old center, lined with landmarks, shops and constant city energy.
Fried rice balls stuffed with ragù, butter, ham, cheese, or other fillings. A Palermo street-food icon and one of the city's most famous snacks.
Soft bread rolls filled with chickpea fritters, often served with lemon. A classic Palermo street food with deep local roots.
Also called pani câ meusa, this sesame roll is filled with chopped veal spleen and lung, often topped with caciocavallo or ricotta.
Established fine-dining restaurant offering modern interpretations of Sicilian cuisine, polished service, and a more upscale atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant near the historic center serving refined Sicilian cuisine in an elegant but relaxed atmosphere, with strong local ingredients.
Popular central spot known for approachable Sicilian dishes, pasta, and a lively casual atmosphere close to Quattro Canti.
Moderate by Italian standards. Street food and local trattorias are good value, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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Palermo Airport Falcone Borsellino -> Palermo Centrale
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