Travelling from Milan to Brussels: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Brussels. Explore your options for departing Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the primary gateways.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Milan to Brussels flight.
Milan and Brussels follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
The most popular route for flights from Milan to Brussels is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Brussels Airport (BRU). Take your pick of 12 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MXP to BRU is the 08:35 Brussels Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 21:55 with Brussels Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your Milan to Brussels flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Brussels
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Brussels is R 287. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 575. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap Milan to Brussels flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Milan to Brussels. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Depart from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) on a nonstop flight from Milan to Brussels. From MXP, you can fly directly into Brussels Airport (BRU).
Brussels Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Milan to Brussels plane tickets from MXP.
We make it a breeze to book a Milan to Brussels flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Brussels, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Rather start your trip at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? This hub offers direct flights from Milan to Brussels, seamlessly connecting to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
From BGY, you can book a direct Milan to Brussels plane ticket with Ryanair.
Split up your Milan to Brussels flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Brussels are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Milan to Brussels? Unwind in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) offers nonstop flights from Milan to Brussels. Your journey from LIN will have you landing at Brussels Airport (BRU).
Select your preferred airline and then get ready for takeoff. These carriers offer direct Milan to Brussels plane tickets from LIN:
Choosing a ticket from Milan to Brussels with one or more stops can offer you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to Brussels:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to Brussels flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Brussels. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Brussels Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
As soon as your flight from Milan to Brussels has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 48 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Milan to Brussels:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Brussels. To escape the crowds, visit Brussels in January.
Before locking in your Milan to Brussels tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Milan to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
Grand Place and Atomium are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Brussels to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be explored. About 48 kilometres south of Brussels, a visit to Charleroi will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny.
Liege is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 88 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without experiencing Gare de Liege-Guillemins, Curtius Museum and Montagne de Bueren.
