Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
To ensure you get on your BCN to LIN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetting into Milan (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a breeze with Vueling. This popular airline offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport.
Vueling tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BCN and LIN:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Menorca Airport
Cagliari Elmas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
R 470 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. Return flights start at R 804. These prices can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from BCN to LIN, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Arriving at Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIN instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Milano Linate Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Drivalia or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Milan and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Milano Linate Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to central Milan
From Milano Linate Airport, Milan is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Milano Linate Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to LIN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its leading attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.