Travelling from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Check out your options for flying out of Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The average length of a direct Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Milan and Paris (where Charles de Gaulle Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 57 direct flights a week between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. easyJet operates the earliest flight at 6:20am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MXP to CDG is with easyJet at 9:55pm.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Milan to CDG. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from MXP, you can catch a direct flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport with Air France.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MXP and CDG is Air France.
Air France is the most punctual carrier on this route.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
68.23% of flights that leave from Milano Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport, check out these options when heading out from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can arrive at BGY from central Milan in approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Milan to CDG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Board once and be on your way from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport can be booked from here.
Pick from these top carriers that offer direct Milan to CDG flight tickets from LIN:
Air France ranks first in bookings for flights from LIN to CDG.
With 78.46% of services landing as planned, ITA Airways is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
LIN is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CDG:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rs6,355 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport. A return flight starts from Rs20,832. These fares may change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Paris based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Milan to CDG flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Charles de Gaulle Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Louve and Eiffel Tower are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Louvre Museum.
Explore more of France
Lille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Paris. Around 177 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Grand place.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in France, consider Reims, roughly 113 kilometres east of Paris. Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral are key highlights.