Flying from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BGY to SKP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BGY and SKP include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
At the moment, $115 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $374. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BGY to SKP if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BGY to SKP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Of the flights that depart from Orio al Serio International Airport, 67.49% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Milan to Orio al Serio International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BGY:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz to explore Skopje and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Skopje International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Skopje. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Skopje. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Skopje is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to Skopje International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BGY to SKP sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of North Macedonia
You've done Skopje, now it's time to explore more of North Macedonia. Journey around 105 kilometres south to Bitola to check off its must-visit sights. From Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir to Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in North Macedonia, consider Kumanovo, roughly 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution are among its highlights.