Flying from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Milan: what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lagos (the location of Murtala Muhammed International Airport).
To ensure you catch your flight from LOS to Milan, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to find a flight from LOS to Milan with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll need an embassy visa for Italy if you hold a passport from Nigeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
LOS is about 14 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LOS? If you're boarding an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Milan
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan is R 8,016. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,692. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LOS to Milan if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap ticket from LOS to Milan is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 53 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MXP if you're catching a late flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Milan. Following your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near BGY. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from LOS to Milan at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan. July is the most popular month for a trip to Milan. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from LOS to Milan in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are leading attractions which should be on every Milan itinerary.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Milan and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Milan.