In Milan, you generally cannot hail a taxi on the street by waving your hand; you must either find a designated Taxi Stand (marked by orange signs and yellow floor markings) or use an app. Taxi stands are located at major hubs like the Stazione Centrale, Piazza del Duomo, and outside large hotels. If you aren't near a stand, the most efficient way to call a cab in 2026 is through the FreeNow or itaxi apps, which work similarly to Uber and allow you to track the driver and pay digitally. Alternatively, you can call the municipal "02 7777" number or a private radio taxi service like "02 4040" or "02 6969." Be aware that if you call a taxi to your location, the meter starts running from the moment the driver receives the call, not when you get in, so there will already be a few euros on the display upon arrival. For airport transfers to Malpensa (MXP), there is a fixed "flat rate" (currently €110) that drivers are legally required to honor, ensuring you aren't overcharged for the long 50-minute journey from the city center.