Travelling from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
5 hours 56 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 3 hours ahead of Milan. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
With 56 direct flights a week between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. Etihad Airways operates the earliest flight at 09:55. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from MXP to AUH is with Etihad Airways at 22:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Milan to AUH.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Go straight to your destination from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport with Etihad Airways. This top carrier offers services from MXP.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Milan to AUH with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MXP and AUH include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The distance from central Milan to MXP is approximately 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) offers direct flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
From BGY, direct flights from Milan to AUH can be booked with Etihad Airways.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours and 18 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 58 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to AUH:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you're taking a late flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$153 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from $365. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Milan to AUH when you book 2 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport if you plan your holiday for November. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Abu Dhabi. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Milan to AUH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Abu Dhabi
After booking your flight from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Abu Dhabi and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Milan to Abu Dhabi International Airport.