Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Milan: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan is 3 hours.
Milan is one hour behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Milan follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Choose from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to MXP is the 08:00 Finnair service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 16:10 with Finnair.
For a relaxed start to your HEL to Milan flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop from HEL to Milan. Take your pick of these arrival points when booking your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan ticket:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan, including:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from HEL to Milan with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Travelling from central Helsinki to HEL takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
60.23% of flights that leave from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Milan
Rs8,911 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs20,436. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from HEL to Milan by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MXP:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week before your flight from HEL to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is located around 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near BGY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HEL to Milan flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and be on your way in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at BGY will help you save.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Step off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Milan is around 11 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and usually takes 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near LIN. Settle in at one of these options after your HEL to Milan flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare will get you on the road.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, lock in your ride from LIN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Milan
Before scheduling your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Milan offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to Milan in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milan, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Milan Cathedral, Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and The Last Supper Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Turin is another standout destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without visiting Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.