Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Milan: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan.
Hop off the plane at one of Milan's key hubs like Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). You can also arrive at this city landing at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You can visit Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Brazil. But before organising your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GIG is about 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes around 45 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 53 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MXP if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
The trip will take about 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable stays to call home for the night near BGY. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Milan
Currently, $610 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,226. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Milan, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Milan across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Milan every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Milan in February.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Rio De Janeiro to Milan in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Milan sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Milan itinerary.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.