Travelling from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) begins with finding the best airport to kick off your journey from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your main options in Milan.
Take a direct Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Milan.
The busiest route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), with 22 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from MXP to TLV is the 12:30am El Al service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 11:20pm with El Al.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to TLV, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
These are some of the most well-known carriers offering direct flights from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport leaving from MXP:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with El Al between MXP and TLV.
Among carriers on this route, El Al leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Milan to TLV with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MXP and TLV include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Thinking of flying out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Milan to TLV out of BGY. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Ryanair ranks number one in bookings on the BGY to TLV route.
Split up your flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and TLV include:
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take you 1 hour or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Milan to TLV flight? Kick back in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.49%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Reserve a plane ticket from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between LIN and TLV are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Palese Airport (BRI)
LIN is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from LIN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to TLV if you have a late flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Pick up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and explore Tel Aviv and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks before your Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Central Tel Aviv is about 14 kilometres from Ben Gurion International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport is 50 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 100 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from Milan to TLV by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
September is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Save money on your flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Tel Aviv based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Milan to TLV plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tel Aviv to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tel Aviv
Start your Tel Aviv trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Ben Gurion International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are must-visits when exploring Tel Aviv.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Israel waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a visit to Nahariyya will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Israel, consider Eilat, roughly 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site are among the biggest draws.