Flying from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Milan, where Milano Linate Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your LIN to New York flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LIN to New York. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Milan, LIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel near LIN? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
84% of flights departing from Milano Linate Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LIN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Linate Airport to New York flight is R 4,951. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,899. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from LIN to New York, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Milano Linate Airport to New York across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIN to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Central New York is located around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Once your flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EWR. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LIN to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kilometres from central New York. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York.
Public transport will take you there in about 55 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near LGA. Check in to one of these options after your LIN to New York flight:
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks ahead of your flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the busiest month for flights from Milano Linate Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to New York in December.
Book a Milano Linate Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIN to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Milano Linate Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just two of the big attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
