Travelling from Frankfurt to Milan: what you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Milan flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Milan has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Frankfurt to Milan flight.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Milan is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Choose from 58 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from FRA to LIN is the 08:45 Air Dolomiti service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 21:45 with Lufthansa.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Frankfurt to Milan flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Milan
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Milan is R 265. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 567. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap Frankfurt to Milan flights, reserve your journey eight months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Frankfurt to Milan. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Frankfurt to Milan flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Begin your trip at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which has a range of direct flights from Frankfurt to Milan. From FRA, you can fly straight into Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct Frankfurt to Milan plane tickets from FRA:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Frankfurt to Milan flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Milan? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive on time at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can take a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Milan departing from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Start your trip at HHN and touch down at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
From HHN, you can lock in a direct Frankfurt to Milan plane ticket with Ryanair.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Frankfurt to Milan flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Milan:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Milan? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
53% of flights departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Milan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Milan and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt to Milan, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BGY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Frankfurt to Milan:
Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent make picking up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from BGY two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Frankfurt to Milan has touched down. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes about 45 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near LIN. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Frankfurt to Milan flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare are some companies you can book with.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your ride from LIN four weeks before your flight from Frankfurt to Milan for the best deals.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Milan. To escape the crowds, go to Milan in January.
Book a Frankfurt to Milan ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Milan in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Milan, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Italy, consider Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are the start of reasons to visit.
