Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Milan: what you need to know
Milan is 12 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. Milan operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from AKL to Milan. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AKL to Milan. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can travel to Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from New Zealand. But before booking your flight tickets from Auckland Airport to Milan, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near AKL. Whether you have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Milan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Milan
C$536 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Milan. A return flight starts from C$1,059. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AKL to Milan. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Auckland Airport to Milan is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan is about 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 53 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you have a late flight from Auckland Airport to Milan. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Once your flight from Auckland Airport to Milan has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BGY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from AKL to Milan:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Milan in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Milan in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from AKL to Milan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Milan, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are essential stops on your Milan itinerary.
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