Travelling from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main departure points in Milan.
2 hours 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is 1 hour behind Milan. London Heathrow Airport is located in London.
With 84 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 07:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from MXP to LHR is with British Airways at 21:30.
Your flight from Milan to LHR won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to 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)
Take the express route from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be booked from here.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport leaving from MXP.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Milan to LHR departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
From the centre of Milan, MXP is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) offers direct flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Board your direct flight from Milan to LHR with British Airways. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of BGY.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport, check out these options when setting off from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It takes 58 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Milan to LHR? Unwind in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milan to London Heathrow Airport is $71. The cheapest price for a return flight is $168. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Milan to LHR, book your journey 8 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Milan to London Heathrow Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Milan to LHR in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.
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