Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Milan: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan.
Milan is one hour ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Milan runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is the most popular route, with seven weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from EDI to BGY at 05:45 with Ryanair.
To avoid missing your EDI to Milan flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Book a direct Edinburgh Airport to Milan ticket and enjoy a quicker route to your destination. EDI offers nonstop flights to these Milan airports:
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You'll find a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Milan, such as:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from EDI to Milan. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
67.94% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Milan
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Milan flight is ج.م. 1,633. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 3,087. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Milan, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Edinburgh Airport to Milan ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to Milan by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week in advance of your flight from EDI to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is located around 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near BGY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your EDI to Milan flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from BGY two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Milan. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan.
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near LIN after your EDI to Milan flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare are some companies you can book with.
About four weeks before your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan is a good time to secure your ride from LIN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Milan
Travel to Milan in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Milan in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your Edinburgh Airport to Milan flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Milan, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Milan Cathedral, Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and The Last Supper Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
