Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milan: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Milan and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 32 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels (the location of Brussels Airport).
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is the most traveled route, with 300 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from BRU to LIN is with Brussels Airlines at 20:50. Go for the first departure with ITA Airways at 09:25 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BRU to Milan. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milan are available for booking. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is where you'll step off the plane.
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with Brussels Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Brussels Airport to Milan.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from BRU to Milan, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You don't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from Belgium and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Brussels Airport to Milan, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 39 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BRU? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milan
C$50 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels Airport to Milan. A return flight starts from C$88. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRU to Milan.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels Airport to Milan. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is about 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 53 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to MXP if you have a late flight from Brussels Airport to Milan. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
As soon as your flight from Brussels Airport to Milan has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is approximately 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BGY. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from BRU to Milan at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Brussels Airport to Milan. July is the busiest month for a trip to Milan. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Brussels Airport to Milan for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from BRU to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels Airport to Milan, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Milan itinerary.
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