How to find cheap flights to Milan
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to Milan is 15 €. A round-trip ticket starts at 35 €.
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It's generally recommended to book roughly one month ahead of your travel date. You're more likely to get the best prices for tickets then.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' when searching to improve your chances of finding cheap flights to Milan. This will give you more choices for where you take off and land, along with different prices.
Indirect routes are often cheaper, so search for flights that include a stop. Once your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.
Best time to go to Milan
To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you've got some flexibility with your travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares available.
To experience this city at its busiest, book your flights for July. Travelling during peak periods generally means there's more to see and do than at other times of the year.
March is the quietest time of year to travel if you want a more relaxed vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Milan then.
With averages between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF), July is when Milan is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -1ºC (30ºF) to 9ºC (48ºF).
Hoping for clearer skies? December is the driest month in Milan, averaging four days of rainfall.
July has the wettest weather. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall.
Flying to Milan: what you need to know
Most flights arriving in the city land at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Skip the layovers and travel to your destination in a single hop. Take a direct flight to Milan with one of these leading airlines:
Milan is in the UTC+1 timezone.
After booking your ticket, find the perfect stay to match your journey. Here's a roundup of popular hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Milan from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Central Milan is about 48 kilometres from MXP, the city's main airport.
After landing from your flight to Milan, the drive to the centre takes around 50 minutes.
The ride when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some good hotels near Milan Malpensa Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to Milan lands:
Can't wait to set off on your adventure? You can pick up a car rental at MXP with trusted suppliers such as Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare. Turn the key and get ready to explore Milan and beyond.
Milan highlights
Step off your flight to Milan and head straight for these leading attractions:
Leonardo's Last Supper Museum: Around 0.97 kilometres west of the centre in Municipio 1, this landmark is a classic introduction to what the city has to offer.
Milan Cathedral: Take on this landmark next. Around 0.97 kilometres southeast of the city centre in Duomo, it's worth checking out to get the full Milan experience.
Explore more of Italy
Italy keeps the adventures coming. Carry on to Turin, located about 129 kilometres west of Milan. National Museum of Cinema, Juventus Museum and Sindone Chapel are just the start of its must-sees. Turin Airport (TRN) is the city's nearest major airport.
Genoa might just steal the show during your trip to Italy. You'll find it around 121 kilometres south of Milan. Doge's Palace, Aquarium of Genoa and Cattedrale di San Lorenzo are major draws. You can get here through Genoa Airport (GOA).
Or head to Bologna, roughly 209 kilometres southeast of Milan. Piazza Maggiore, Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Peter and Two Towers are just the start of the reasons to visit. The easiest way to get here is by flying into Bologna International Airport (BLQ).
Complete your trip with a Milan car rental
Rent a car in the city and make your trip more flexible. Check out the range of car rentals in Milan and find all best offers with one quick search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from fuel policy to user reviews and booking flexibility.





