Travelling from Milan to Belfast: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to Belfast. Explore your options for flying out of Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's chief entry points.
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Milan to Belfast flight.
Belfast is one hour behind Milan and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Milan to Belfast flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Belfast
To find cheap Milan to Belfast flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Milan to Belfast is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Milan to Belfast flights leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Belfast, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Rather fly from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Milan to Belfast, seamlessly connecting to Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Book your direct Milan to Belfast plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of BGY.
Break up your Milan to Belfast flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Belfast include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Belfast, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.49%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Lock in a ticket from Milan to Belfast departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LIN and Belfast are:
London City Airport (LCY)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make taking an early Milan to Belfast flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance record of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 2 hours to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Belfast, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Belfast International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Belfast and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Milan to Belfast flight.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. Following your flight from Milan to Belfast, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Milan to Belfast, kick back at a hotel near BHD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and be on your way in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
January is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Belfast, while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Belfast based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your Milan to Belfast ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Milan to Belfast:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should be on any good Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Belfast. Around 354 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No trip is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
