Flying from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ). Check out your options for jetting out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Linz (where Linz Airport is located) and Milan share the UTC+1 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Milan to LNZ.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Milan to LNZ.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Linz Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Work a stopover into your journey at Stansted Airport (STN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ) departing Orio al Serio International Airport.
You can reach BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Milan to LNZ flight? Relax in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
LIN is around 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Milan to Linz Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from LIN reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Linz Airport (LNZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Linz Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LNZ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Linz Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Linz's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Milan to Linz Airport flight.
Getting from Linz Airport (LNZ) to central Linz
Central Linz is around 13 kilometres from Linz Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Linz Airport is R 1,069. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,170. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Milan to LNZ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Milan to Linz Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Linz Airport (LNZ), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Linz based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Milan to LNZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Linz, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Linz Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Linz
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Linz right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Linz Airport:
Ars Electronica Centre and Mariendom Linz are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Linz itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Linz, now it's time to discover other corners of Austria. Travel around 161 kilometres east to Vienna to check off its top sights. From Historic Centre of Vienna to Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometres south-east of Linz, Graz is another essential stop in Austria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs.
