Travelling from Vancouver to Milan: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Milan. Explore your options for jetting out of Vancouver from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Disembark at one of Milan's major entry points like Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Vancouver to Milan flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Milan
To find cheap Vancouver to Milan flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Milan? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Milan flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Milan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Milan and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Milan flight.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
As soon as your flight from Vancouver to Milan has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Milan is approximately 48 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to BGY. Tuck yourself in after your Vancouver to Milan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from BGY two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Milan. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a car once you've stepped off your flight from Vancouver to Milan.
The journey will take you roughly 45 minutes if you use public transport.
Reserve a hotel near LIN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're catching a late Vancouver to Milan flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a roomy SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Milano Linate Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available here from companies such as RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from LIN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Vancouver to Milan. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Milan. July is the busiest month to visit Milan. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book a Vancouver to Milan ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Milan, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Milan to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The Last Supper Museum.
Explore more of Italy
Milan will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Turin is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without experiencing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.