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Malpensa (LIMC/MXP) — Milan, Italy

Malpensa (LIMC/MXP) serves Milan, Italy. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (17L/35R, 17R/35L). Field elevation is 768 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7
Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 8/10
Observed Activity · Jul 23
125 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 19:00Z
2026-07-182026-07-23
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: LIMC
  • Name: Malpensa
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 45.6306
  • Longitude: 8.72811
  • Elevation: 768 ft
  • Country: Italy
  • Municipality: Milan
  • IATA Code: MXP
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Europe/Rome
  • Distance from City: 40.4 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 17L/35R

  • Designation: 17L/35R
  • Dimensions: 12861 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB, RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 17R/35L

  • Designation: 17R/35L
  • Dimensions: 12861 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.000 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 120.025 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday N/A
Tuesday N/A
Wednesday N/A
Thursday N/A
Friday N/A
Saturday N/A
Sunday N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/malpensa/index.phtml
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Weight-based, approx EUR 5-9 per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: EUR 0.20-0.50 per tonne per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Level 3 slot coordinated. SEA Aeroporti di Milano published tariff. Milan's main intercontinental hub.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Multiple suppliers. Hydrant system available.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Non-Schengen at Terminal 1. Customs available 24h.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: 24h operation. Night noise surcharges apply. Two parallel runways.

Alternates

LILY

  • ICAO: LILY
  • Name: Como
  • Distance (NM): 18.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Aosta.

LSZA

  • ICAO: LSZA
  • Name: Lugano
  • Distance (NM): 23.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Customs and immigration for non-Schengen arrivals. Gen dec required 24 hours in advance at Lugano.

LIML

  • ICAO: LIML
  • Name: Linate
  • Distance (NM): 25.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Primarily intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen handling limited.

LIME

  • ICAO: LIME
  • Name: Orio Al Serio
  • Distance (NM): 41.0
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Within Schengen zone. No border checks for intra-Schengen flights. Non-Schengen arrivals subject to full immigration at Bergamo-Orio al Serio.

LIMF

  • ICAO: LIMF
  • Name: Caselle
  • Distance (NM): 52.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Turin where available.

Airport Services

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Italy Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days (non-EU operators). EU/EASA-state operators: no permit needed.
  • Landing Lead Time: 20 business days (annual/blanket charter permit for known operators). 45 business days (first-time operators or those not operating in Italy in last 2 IATA seasons). 5 business days (single-flight permit). 15 business days (series of flights).
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at major airports.

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Active NOTAMs

A3463/26 info
Aerodrome restriction
SUP S32/26 'MILANO/MALPENSA (LIMC): FIRST ROUND ACTIVATION OF NOISE ABATEMENT INITIAL CLIMB PROCEDURES AND SIDS RNAV 1 RWY35R AND RWY17L/R MODIFICATION AS STATED BY MXP NOISE COMMISSION EX DM31/10/97 ON MARCH 17TH 2025' IS TO BE CONSIDERED CANCELED DUE TO COMING IN FORCE OF AIRAC A08/…
2026-08-05 23:59:00 2026-09-01 23:59:00
A3720/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
MARSHALLING ASSISTANCE MANDATORY FOR ALL MOV TOWARDS ACFT STAND 401 DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF VISUAL DOCKING/PARKING GUIDANCE SYSTEM REF AIP AD 2 LIMC 2-9
2026-07-21 06:16:00 2026-10-15 20:00:00
A3116/26 warning
Aerodrome restriction
NIGHT RESTRICTIONS. NOISE ABATEMENT SCENARIOS WILL BE IN FORCE FM HR 2200 TO 0400 WITHOUT 15 MINUTES TOLERANCE. REF AIP AD 2 LIMC 1-31
2026-06-19 07:58:00 2026-09-02 23:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at LIMC?
The tower frequency at Malpensa is 119 MHz.
What fuel is available at LIMC?
Malpensa offers Jet A-1.
Does LIMC require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Malpensa (Italy).
Where is LIMC located?
Malpensa (LIMC) is located in Milan, Italy.
What is the IATA code for LIMC?
The IATA code for Malpensa is MXP.
How long is the runway at LIMC?
The main runway at Malpensa (17L/35R) measures 12861 X 197.
Does LIMC have an ILS approach?
Yes, Malpensa has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 17L/35R, 17R/35L.
Is LIMC a port of entry?
Yes, Malpensa is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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