Flying from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ). Explore your options for heading out from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Minsk National Airport is located in Minsk. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Milan.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Milan to MSQ.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to MSQ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
MXP is around 48 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 the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Minsk National Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
68.23% of flights that take off from Milano Malpensa Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Dubai Airport (DXB). It's a key transfer point for flights from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ) leaving Orio al Serio International Airport.
You can reach BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Milan to MSQ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Milan to Minsk National Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At LIN, that rate is 79.56%.
About Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Hop off your flight from Milan to Minsk National Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option a short drive from MSQ, make your way to Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minsk National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Inspire, Rent Motors or Auto Sale and experience the lesser-explored corners of Minsk and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Milan to Minsk National Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to central Minsk
The centre of Minsk is roughly 27 kilometres from Minsk National Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Minsk National Airport is 814 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.210 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Milan to MSQ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
June is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Minsk National Airport (MSQ). Visit Minsk in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Milan to MSQ plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Minsk to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Minsk National Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Minsk
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Minsk National Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minsk:
Your visit to Minsk should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include National Academic Bolshoi Opera and Ballet Theatre, Museum of Contemporary Art and Gorky Central Park.
Explore more of Belarus
Minsk has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Belarus just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Minsk, a visit to Vitebsk will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Slavianski Bazaar in Vitebsk, Monastery of the Holy Spirit and Uspensky Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Belarus, head for Babruysk, about 113 kilometres south-east of Minsk. Bobruisk Fortress, Cathedral of St. Nicholas and Art Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
