Travelling from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Milan's main airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Explore the options for booking a flight from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI) leaving from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Milan to Palese Airport flight.
Milan and Bari (where Palese Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Palese Airport (BRI), with 26 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from MXP to BRI is the 5:45am Ryanair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:25pm with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Milan to BRI.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Take the express route from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI) are available from here.
When jetting out of MXP, you can catch a direct flight from Milan to Palese Airport with Ryanair.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MXP and BRI is Ryanair.
Among carriers on this route, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Palese Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
You can book a direct Milan to Palese Airport (BRI) plane ticket out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Work out whether leaving from BGY works best for your plans.
From BGY, direct flights from Milan to BRI are available with Ryanair.
Ryanair attracts the most bookings on the BGY to BRI route.
With 72.63% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Orio al Serio International Airport and Palese Airport.
You can reach BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to BRI flight:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
One flight, no fuss. You can book a direct flight from Milan to Palese Airport departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
ITA Airways is one popular carrier that offers direct Milan to BRI plane tickets from LIN.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with ITA Airways from LIN to BRI.
ITA Airways takes the lead in punctuality. A reliable 85.42% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
LIN is around 11 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Palese Airport flight:
Flights departing from LIN touch down at their destination as scheduled 79.56% of the time.
About Palese Airport (BRI)
Book a hotel close to BRI if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Palese Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Milan to Palese Airport flight.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Bari. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI)
At the moment, R 308 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Palese Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 617. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to BRI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Bari. July is when most people book flights from Milan to Palese Airport (BRI), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Bari is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Milan to BRI plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Palese Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Bari
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bari right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Milan to Palese Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Basilica di San Nicola, Southern Mezzogiorno and Piazza Mercantile are must-do's during your Bari adventure.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bari. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Piazza del Plebiscito, Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum.
If you want to check out another major stop in Italy, consider Salerno, about 177 kilometres west of Bari. Medieval Aqueduct, Duomo di Salerno and Arco Naturale di Palinuro are key reasons to visit.
