Flying from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Milan: what you need to know
Genoa (the location of Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport) and Milan share the same timezone — UTC+1.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your GOA to Milan flight.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
GOA is about 6 kilometres from central Genoa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near GOA? If you've booked an early flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 71.66% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Milan
$235 is currently the best price for a one-way Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan flight. Return flight tickets start from $755. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from GOA to Milan, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Milan's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week ahead of your flight from GOA to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
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 settle in after your GOA to Milan flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BGY can land you a better rate.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Step off your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Milan is around 11 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and usually takes 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 45 minutes.
Stay at a hotel near LIN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late GOA to Milan flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare make getting on the road effortless.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan is the ideal time to secure your ride from LIN. You're more likely to land a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Milan
Visit Milan in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Milan flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GOA to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport 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:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Milan Cathedral, Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and The Last Supper Museum are essential stops on your Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its popular sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Turin is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without visiting Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.