Travelling from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to London: what you need to know
London is 1 hour behind Milan, where Orio al Serio International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 43 flights a week between the two airports, Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from BGY to STN is with Ryanair at 23:15.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BGY to London. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can reserve a direct flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London. Start your trip at BGY and touch down at London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to London, such as:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from BGY to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Italy. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to London, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 64 kilometres from central Milan, BGY can be reached in approximately 58 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Have an early flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BGY:
How to find the cheapest flights from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to London
R 319 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Orio al Serio International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 683. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from BGY to London, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Orio al Serio International Airport to London. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
As soon as your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from BGY to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Orio al Serio International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, head for London in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BGY to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Orio al Serio International Airport to London:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
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