Travelling from Milan to Houston: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Milan to Houston, 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 some of Milan's main options.
When planning your arrival in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Milan.
To ensure you don't miss your Milan to Houston flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Houston
To find cheap Milan to Houston flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Milan to Houston.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Milan to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Milan to Houston flights.
Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it a cinch to find a Milan to Houston flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Houston flight, here's where you can stop when departing from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
On 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.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Houston:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Searching for a ticket from Milan to Houston with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When flying from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on your way to Houston:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make taking an early Milan to Houston flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Milano Linate Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of LIN is 79.56%. To put it plainly, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near IAH if you have a late flight from Milan to Houston. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your Milan to Houston flight.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Milan to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to HOU. Unwind after your Milan to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Milan to Houston. July is the most popular month to travel to Houston. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in a Milan to Houston ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Houston:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are must-do's during your Houston adventure.
Explore more of United States
Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another favourite destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
