Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Milan: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan departing from here.
When arriving in Milan, get off the plane at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is another gateway to this city.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Rio De Janeiro to Milan flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Milan
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rio De Janeiro to Milan flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Milan is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score an awesome deal.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Rio De Janeiro to Milan flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and find adventure across Milan and beyond.
Booking your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The centre of Milan is located around 48 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 20 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BGY. Tuck yourself in after your Rio De Janeiro to Milan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab 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.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from BGY two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan has landed. Central Milan is about 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel close to LIN. Get settled at one of these stays after your Rio De Janeiro to Milan flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your trip with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare are dependable companies for booking.
Around four weeks before your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan is the ideal time to book your ride from LIN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Milan
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan. July is the most popular month to visit Milan. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to Milan tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Milan, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Milan, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum are leading attractions which should be on every Milan itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its popular sights. From Colosseum to Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.