Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milan: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Milan.
Zurich (the location of Zurich Airport) and Milan are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
The busiest route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). You can select from 35 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ZRH to MXP is the 07:10 SWISS service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:40 with SWISS.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZRH to Milan flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Zurich Airport to Milan ticket. Begin your journey at ZRH and land at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Check out the deals with SWISS. This carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Milan.
Travelling from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Milan, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 69.02% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milan
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Milan flight is R 1,220. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,521. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from ZRH to Milan by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Zurich Airport to Milan tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ZRH to Milan.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ZRH to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Milan has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to BGY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ZRH to Milan flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BGY can land you a better rate.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Zurich Airport to Milan has arrived. Central Milan is around 11 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey takes about 45 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to LIN. Check in to one of these options after your ZRH to Milan flight:
Take control of the next part of your trip with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare are reliable rental providers.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Zurich Airport to Milan is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LIN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Milan
Before scheduling your flights from Zurich Airport to Milan, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Milan offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Zurich Airport to Milan flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Milan around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Milan, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Milan Cathedral, Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and The Last Supper Museum are popular attractions which should be on every Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Turin is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without a visit to Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
