Travelling from Milan to Tokyo: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Tokyo. Check out your options for flying out of Milan from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Hop on a direct Milan to Tokyo flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours.
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Milan and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Milan to Tokyo is from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Haneda Airport (HND). You can select from five weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from MXP to HND is the 10:30 ANA option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 11:20 with ANA.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Milan to Tokyo flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Tokyo
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The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Milan to Tokyo is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can get a direct flight from Milan to Tokyo jetting off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Begin your trip at MXP and come in for landing at Haneda Airport (HND).
ANA is a well-known airline that offers direct Milan to Tokyo plane tickets from MXP.
We make it a cinch to book a Milan to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Milan to Tokyo, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
68.23% of flights that leave from Milano Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Tokyo flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Tokyo include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
68% of all departures from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can reserve a ticket from Milan to Tokyo with a stop or two leaving from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Tokyo:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
From central Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Milano Linate Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to Tokyo flight:
The on-time performance record of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Milan to Tokyo. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Milan to Tokyo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
After your flight from Milan to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Milan to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Tokyo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
