Travelling from Santander Airport (SDR) to Milan: what you need to know
Santander (the location of Santander Airport) and Milan share the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 2 weekly flights between the two airports, Santander Airport (SDR) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 08:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from SDR to BGY is with Ryanair at 20:50.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from SDR to Milan. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Santander Airport to Milan. Start your trip at SDR and land at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Get on board with Ryanair. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Santander Airport to Milan.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SDR to Milan. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you hold a passport from Spain and are travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Santander Airport to Milan.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Santander, SDR can be reached in about 9 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near SDR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Santander Airport to Milan or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Santander Airport (SDR) to Milan
$29 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Santander Airport to Milan. Return flights start from $57. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SDR to Milan, book your journey 8 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Santander Airport to Milan is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Santander Airport to Milan, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 53 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MXP if you're catching a late flight from Santander Airport to Milan. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Santander Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 18 minutes.
After your flight from SDR to Milan, kick back at a hotel near BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Santander Airport to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Milan in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Santander Airport to Milan in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from SDR to Milan in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Santander Airport to Milan, explore our range of hotels including:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Milan to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
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