The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy is 9,520 kilometers (5,915 miles / 5,140 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting El Salvador with Italy. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in San Salvador, it's 15:17 in Milan. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,253 feet between the two airports. Malpensa International Airport sits lower than Ilopango International Airport.

The return flight from Milan (MXP) to San Salvador (ILS) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ilopango International Airport (ILS) and Malpensa International Airport (MXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.