Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Milan: what you need to know
Milan is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Milan operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from GLA to Milan, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from GLA to Milan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You won't need a visa for Italy if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Milan, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to GLA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Milan
R 1,019 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Milan. A return flight starts from R 2,196. These fares may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GLA to Milan, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Milan throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 53 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is approximately 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 58 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to BGY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from GLA to Milan:
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan. July is the busiest month to visit Milan. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from GLA to Milan in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Milan right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Milan:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Milan itinerary.
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