Flying from Orlando to Milan: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Orlando to Milan jetting off from here.
Milan has a range of airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan five hours ahead of Orlando.
To ensure you make your Orlando to Milan flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Milan
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Orlando to Milan flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Orlando to Milan across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it a cinch to find a Orlando to Milan flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a handy hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Milan, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
78.28% of flights that depart Orlando International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Go where the road takes you with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Milan and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week before your trip.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is approximately 48 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Orlando to Milan has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Orlando to Milan, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at BGY will help you save.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Hop off your flight from Orlando to Milan and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and typically takes 30 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Find a hotel near LIN and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late Orlando to Milan flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Whether you'd like a zippy mini just for you or an SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the right Milano Linate Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from LIN four weeks before your flight from Orlando to Milan for the best rates.
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Orlando to Milan. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Before locking in your Orlando to Milan tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Orlando to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Milan, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Turin is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without experiencing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.