Travelling from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main departure points in Milan.
1 hour 32 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Milan to Brussels Airport.
Brussels (where Brussels Airport is located) and Milan share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Brussels Airport (BRU) is the most popular route. There are 50 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Brussels Airlines at 21:55. Go for the first MXP to BRU departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 06:55 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to BRU, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) depart from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Milan to Brussels Airport with Brussels Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from MXP.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Milan to BRU that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MXP and BRU include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
From central Milan, MXP is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Brussels Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Looking to fly out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? You can reserve a direct flight from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU) from this popular hub.
Brussels Airlines has direct flights from Milan to BRU departing from BGY. Book your preferred aisle seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Break up your flight from Milan to Brussels Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and BRU are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours and 18 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 58 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to BRU:
About Brussels Airport (BRU)
Book a hotel close to BRU if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Brussels Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels
From Brussels Airport, Brussels is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 39 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU)
For a one-way ticket from Milan to Brussels Airport, C$29 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$74. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Milan to BRU, book your journey 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Milan to Brussels Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Brussels Airport (BRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Brussels Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Brussels in February when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Milan to BRU for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Brussels to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Milan to Brussels Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Brussels Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are leading attractions which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
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