Flying from Dubai to Milan: what you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Milan flying out of Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Milan has a good selection of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Book a direct Dubai to Milan flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours.
Milan is three hours behind Dubai and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Dubai to Milan is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). You can choose from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from DXB to MXP is the 09:05 Emirates option. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 15:40 with Emirates.
To ensure you make it on your Dubai to Milan flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Milan
To snag cheap Dubai to Milan flights, reserve your journey three months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Dubai to Milan. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Begin your travels at Dubai Airport (DXB), which offers multiple direct flights from Dubai to Milan. From DXB, you can fly nonstop to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Emirates is a popular airline that offers direct Dubai to Milan plane tickets leaving from DXB.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Dubai to Milan flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
DXB is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Milan or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74.31% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Milan out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Start your trip at DWC and step off the plane at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
From DWC, you can book a direct Dubai to Milan plane ticket with BeOnd.
Split up your Dubai to Milan flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and Milan include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Dubai to Milan? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
57% of flights departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Milan and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance of your Dubai to Milan flight.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The centre of Milan is approximately 48 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Dubai to Milan has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to BGY. Unwind after your Dubai to Milan flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from BGY two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Dubai to Milan has landed. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 45 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near LIN after your Dubai to Milan flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you're searching for a zippy compact for a solo adventure or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Milano Linate Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from suppliers such as RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, book your ride from LIN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Dubai to Milan. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Milan in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your Dubai to Milan ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Milan around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Dubai to Milan, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are top sights which should be on any good Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its top sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
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.
