Travelling from Milan to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport (ASM). Check out your options for leaving Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The timezone in Asmara is UTC+3, which is 2 hours ahead of Milan. Asmara International Airport is located in Asmara.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Milan to ASM.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Milan to ASM that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between MXP and ASM include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Split up your flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and ASM include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can get to BGY from central Milan in about 58 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to ASM:
About Asmara International Airport (ASM)
After your flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport has touched down, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Sunshine Hotel is a convenient option that's not too far from ASM.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
Asmara International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Asmara. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 11 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
R 3,982 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Milan to Asmara International Airport. Return flights start from R 8,542. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Milan to ASM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Milan to Asmara International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Asmara in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Milan to ASM for June if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Asmara to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC.
More about Asmara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Asmara right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Milan to Asmara International Airport:
National Museum of Eritrea and Cathedral of Asmara are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Asmara travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tank Graveyard.
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