Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY): what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Francisco.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SFO to BGY flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and BGY:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight is 282 €. A return fare is currently 653 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to BGY, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BGY instead:
Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Orio al Serio International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to central Milan
Orio al Serio International Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to BGY around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.