Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Milan: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Milan is one hour ahead of London, where London Stansted Airport is located. Milan observes the UTC+1 timezone.
London Stansted Airport (STN) to Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) is the most popular route, with 23 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from STN to BGY is with Ryanair at 22:15. Opt for the first departure with Ryanair at 05:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your STN to Milan flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a direct London Stansted Airport to Milan ticket. Begin your journey at STN and land at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Look out for deals with Ryanair. This carrier has direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Milan.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from STN to Milan. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Travelling from central London to STN takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to STN:
London Stansted Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from STN arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Milan
R 288 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Milan flight. Return plane tickets start from R 576. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from STN to Milan.
Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on London Stansted Airport to Milan tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near MXP if you have a late flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week before your flight from STN to Milan.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is located around 48 kilometres from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Once your flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near BGY. Settle in and get cosy after your STN to Milan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at BGY can help you lock in a better rate.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Step off your flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 30 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to LIN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late STN to Milan flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays put comfort right within reach:
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from LIN about four weeks before your flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Milan. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Milan in December.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your London Stansted Airport to Milan plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STN to Milan around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Stansted Airport to Milan, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Teatro alla Scala, Leonardo's Last Supper Museum and Milan Cathedral are highlights which should feature on any good Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres southeast of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, consider Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are key highlights.