Travelling from Warsaw to Milan: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Warsaw to Milan begins with finding the right airport to kick off your trip. Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI) and Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO) are the main departure points in Warsaw.
When flying into Milan, step off the plane at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Milan Linate Airport (LIN) is another major gateway to this city.
The average time for a direct Warsaw to Milan flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Warsaw and Milan are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
The most popular route for flights from Warsaw to Milan is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). There are 24 services between these two airports each week.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Warsaw to Milan flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Milan
To snag cheap Warsaw to Milan flights, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
June is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Warsaw to Milan. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Take off from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and fly straight through to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). If you're looking for a direct flight from Warsaw to Milan out of WAW, those are your arrival choices.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Warsaw to Milan plane tickets out of WAW. Book your seat with one of these:
Located around 6 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Warsaw to Milan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Warsaw Chopin Airport:
Warsaw Chopin Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from WAW arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Searching for a direct flight from Warsaw to Milan taking off from Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)? Fasten your seatbelt and fly straight from WMI to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY).
From WMI, you can lock in a direct Warsaw to Milan plane ticket with Wizz Air.
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Warsaw Modlin Airport the day before your flight from Warsaw to Milan:
Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO)
You can reserve a ticket from Warsaw to Milan with one or more stops out of Warsaw-Radom Airport (RDO). Here are some of the most common stopovers between RDO and Milan:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Tirana Airport (TIA)
Larnaca Airport (LCA)
From the centre of Warsaw, RDO is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Warsaw to Milan flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Radom Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
RDO has an on-time performance rate of 97%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.
Arriving in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to MXP if you're coming in on a late flight from Warsaw to Milan. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Milan and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week before your trip.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
The centre of Milan is approximately 48 kilometres from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Warsaw to Milan has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BGY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Warsaw to Milan:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Milan Bergamo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BGY will save you money.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Milan. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Warsaw to Milan.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 30 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to LIN and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you're arriving on a late Warsaw to Milan flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Begin your journey without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Milan Linate Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from LIN about four weeks before your flight from Warsaw to Milan. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Warsaw to Milan. July is the busiest month to travel to Milan. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Warsaw to Milan ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Milan in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Milan, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are must-do's during your Milan adventure.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres southeast to Rome to check off its leading sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Italy, head for Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. National Museum of Cinema, Juventus Museum and Sindone Chapel are key highlights.