Flying from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) begins with finding the right airport to begin your travels from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Milan to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London is one hour behind Milan. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with British Airways at 9:45pm. Choose the first MXP to LHR departure operated by British Airways at 6:45am if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Milan to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate out of this terminal.
When departing from MXP, you can catch a direct flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport with British Airways.
Most passengers prefer to fly with British Airways between MXP and LHR.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is British Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 65.06% of the time.
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport. Check out these connections between Orio al Serio International Airport and LHR:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Milan to LHR flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Make it to your destination faster from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with British Airways. It offers direct Milan to LHR flight tickets from LIN.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with British Airways from LIN to LHR.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air Baltic has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
LIN is around 11 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to London Heathrow Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Milano Linate Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that leave from LIN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Milan to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London is about 26 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to London Heathrow Airport is Rs14,006. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs30,153. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to LHR, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Milan to LHR flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Milan to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Milan to London Heathrow Airport:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just the start of the big attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 153 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its popular sights. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
