Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Milan: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan.
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Milan is 1 hour behind Beirut.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most popular route. MEA operates the earliest flight at 07:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from BEY to MXP is with MEA at 08:30.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from BEY to Milan.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a nonstop flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan that arrives at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
MEA is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BEY to Milan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
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You'll need an embassy visa for Italy if you have a passport from Lebanon and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
BEY is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near BEY? If you're catching an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Milan
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan is C$167. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$379. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from BEY to Milan by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 53 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BEY to Milan, rest your head at a hotel near BGY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Milan, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from BEY to Milan sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Milan right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are highlights which should be on every Milan itinerary.
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