Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Milan: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan is 7 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most popular route. Catch Air India's 14:00 flight to get your journey from DEL to MXP underway.
Leave enough time to make your DEL to Milan flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan tickets are available for booking. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is where you'll arrive.
Air India is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DEL to Milan with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central New Delhi to DEL takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to DEL:
Of the flights that depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Milan
Rs58,081 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs109,449. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from DEL to Milan, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
October is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from DEL to Milan.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead of your flight from DEL to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BGY. Unwind and get cosy after your DEL to Milan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from BGY two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan has arrived. Central Milan is about 11 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel near LIN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your DEL to Milan flight:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare make getting on the road effortless.
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from LIN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Milan
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Milan in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DEL to Milan around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Milan, browse our selection of hotels including:
Milan Cathedral and Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano are just two of the major attractions to add to your Milan to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Last Supper Museum.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
