Travelling from Tokyo to Milan: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Tokyo to Milan. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's main airports.
Milan has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Arrive at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The average duration of a direct Tokyo to Milan flight is 15 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Tokyo.
Haneda Airport (HND) to {"defaultCase":"Milano Malpensa Airport","accusativeCase":"Milano Malpensa Airport","nominativeCase":"Milano Malpensa Airport","dativeCase":"Milano Malpensa Airport"} (MXP) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight from Tokyo to Milan, you can select from five services each week between HND and MXP.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Tokyo to Milan flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Milan
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Tokyo to Milan flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Set off from Haneda Airport (HND) on a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Milan. From HND, you can fly straight to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
ANA is a well-known airline that offers direct Tokyo to Milan plane tickets leaving from HND.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Tokyo to Milan flights leaving from Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
HND is about 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. 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 the traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Milan, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
73.52% of flights that depart Haneda Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Tokyo to Milan flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Narita International Airport and Milan:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to NRT from Tokyo's centre in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to Milan? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.53%.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Milan. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. After your flight from Tokyo to Milan, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
After your flight from Tokyo to Milan, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BGY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BGY can get you a lower rate.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Tokyo to Milan has touched down. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to LIN. Get settled at one of these stays after your Tokyo to Milan flight:
Whether you want a zippy compact just for you or a spacious SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Milano Linate Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from providers such as RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
About four weeks before your flight from Tokyo to Milan is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LIN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Milan. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Tokyo to Milan ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Milan in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Milan, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Milan:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are must-visits when exploring Milan.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are highlights.
