Flying from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
1 hour 55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport flight.
Habib Bourguiba International Airport is located in Monastir. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to MIR, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Fly without interruptions from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport with Neos. This well-known airline operates services from MXP.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Neos from MXP to MIR.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Orio al Serio International Airport and MIR:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 1 hour or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to MIR flight:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Reserve a plane ticket from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between LIN and MIR are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The trip to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 11 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Milano Linate Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MIR:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Habib Bourguiba International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Camel Rent a Car and explore beyond Monastir's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport flight.
Getting from Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR) to central Monastir
Habib Bourguiba International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Monastir. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR)
Currently, 111 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 197 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to MIR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR)
August is when most people book flights from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR). Plan your visit to Monastir in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Milan to MIR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Monastir to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport in February when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Monastir
After booking your flight from Milan to Habib Bourguiba International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Monastir:
Your visit to Monastir should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Plongeoir plage karaia de Monastir الميدة, Lamta Archaeological Museum and Cap de Skanès-Monastir.
Explore more of Tunisia
Bizerte is just one of the many cities in Tunisia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Monastir. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include KAZMA BEACH, Vieux Port De Bizerte and Bizerte Old Harbour.
If you want to check out another major stop in Tunisia, consider Gabes, about 209 kilometres south of Monastir. Gabès Land, New Mosque of Jara and Houch Khraief are among its highlights.