Travelling from Montreal to Milan: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Milan departing from here.
Milan has a number of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Around 7 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Montreal to Milan flight.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are five flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Montreal to Milan is with Air Canada at 20:25. Choose the first YUL to MXP departure operated by Air Canada at 20:05 to maximise your time in Milan.
Give yourself enough time to make your Montreal to Milan flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Milan
Currently, RM1,002 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Milan. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,637. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Milan flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Milan is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Montreal to Milan.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Montreal to Milan, you can leave from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Travel from YUL to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) in one seamless trip.
Check out the deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Montreal to Milan plane tickets out of YUL.
YUL is around 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Milan, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
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 by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Milan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and find adventure across Milan and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week in advance of your Montreal to Milan flight.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan. Once you've hopped off your flight from Montreal to Milan, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes.
After your flight from Montreal to Milan, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BGY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest 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.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from BGY two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Step off your flight from Montreal to Milan and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and typically takes 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in about 45 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by choosing a hotel near LIN after your Montreal to Milan flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted names here like RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from LIN four weeks before your flight from Montreal to Milan to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Milan. To avoid the crowds, visit Milan in January.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Montreal to Milan ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Montreal to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Milan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Milan to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Last Supper Museum.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. About 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Italy, head for Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are highlights.
