Why rent a car at Milan Airport?
Milan Airport (MXP), also known as Malpensa Airport, is the main airport serving Milan and the wider northern Italy region. Renting a car directly at the airport allows you to start your journey immediately after landing and avoid waiting for taxis or public transport.
From the airport, you can easily reach Milan city, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and many destinations across northern Italy. If you would like to explore the city itself, you can also visit our main page for car rental in Milan.
Picking up your rental car at Milan Airport
About Milan’s airports
Milan is served by two main airports, and it is important to check which one your flight uses before booking your rental car. Milan Malpensa Airport (IATA: MXP) is the larger of the two and handles most long-haul and major European flights. It has two terminals: T1 for most airlines and T2 for Easyjet. Car rental desks are located in the arrivals halls of both terminals, and vehicle collection takes place in the dedicated rental car centre, accessible by a free shuttle from each terminal. Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (IATA: BGY), often referred to as Milan Bergamo, is located approximately 45 km northeast of Milan and is used primarily by low-cost carriers including Ryanair. Car rental desks are in the arrivals hall, with vehicles collected in the rental car area outside.
Getting on the road from Malpensa Airport
Malpensa is located approximately 50 km northwest of Milan city centre. From the rental car centre, the A8 motorway connects directly to the Milan ring road, from which Lake Como (A9 northbound), Lake Maggiore (A26 northbound) and the city centre are all accessible. The drive to Lake Como takes around 45 minutes from Malpensa in normal traffic, making it a very practical airport for visitors heading directly to the lakes without visiting Milan first. For destinations east toward Bergamo and the Dolomites, join the A4 motorway eastbound from the ring road.
Why pick up at the airport rather than in the city
For visitors to northern Italy whose primary destination is the lakes or the mountains rather than Milan itself, airport pickup at Malpensa is strongly recommended. The airport connects directly to the lake road network without passing through the city, saving considerable time. Milan’s Area C congestion charge and limited city-centre parking also make driving in the city centre more complex than in most Italian cities. See car rental in Milan for information about driving in the city, and car rental in Italy for a full overview of destinations.
Car rental price at Milan Airport
The table below shows the lowest all-inclusive weekly rate for renting a car at Milan Airport, with full insurance and zero excess included. What you actually pay depends on the supplier, availability and how far ahead you book. Check the current price in the search above.
| Car type | From, 7 days |
|---|---|
| Small car (economy) | from €197 |
| Mid-size car | from €268 |
| Large car / SUV | from €301 |
Measured at 23 airports in September 2026, for a 7-day rental starting 10–17 October 2026. All-inclusive, zero excess, no credit card required. Prices vary by supplier, availability and how far ahead you book.
These prices typically include full insurance and zero excess when booking an all-inclusive rental. Prices can vary significantly between providers. If you want to avoid hidden costs, it’s worth taking a moment to compare car rental companies and rental conditions before booking. At MarSoleil, you can also find options without a credit card and no deposit.
