Flying from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's main options.
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight.
Abu Dhabi is three hours ahead of Milan. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. There are 23 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Etihad Airways at 10:50pm. Go for the first MXP to AUH departure operated by Etihad Airways at 9:55am if getting there sooner works for you.
Your flight from Milan to AUH won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) operate out of this terminal.
Etihad Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport departing from MXP.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Etihad Airways between MXP and AUH.
Etihad Airways takes the top spot for on-time performance. An exceptional 92.45% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Milan to AUH departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
68.23% of flights that depart Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Orio al Serio International Airport and AUH:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Milan to AUH flight? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
67.49% of flights taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) with one or more stops out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and AUH:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that leave from LIN touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Central Abu Dhabi is around 27 kilometres from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 68 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 154 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from Milan to AUH, book your plane ticket six months ahead of your planned departure.
November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Milan to AUH plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Abu Dhabi to range from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Abu Dhabi
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Abu Dhabi when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque followed by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its popular sights. From Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa to Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain.
