Travelling from Milan to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Explore your options for leaving Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is 8 hours behind Milan. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego.
To ensure you get on your flight from Milan to SAN, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Milan to SAN with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MXP and SAN include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Milano Malpensa Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Orio al Serio International Airport and SAN:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours and 18 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 58 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to SAN:
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Book a hotel near SAN if you're taking a late flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Milan to San Diego International Airport from 274 € or travel return from just 552 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Milan to SAN. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Milan to San Diego International Airport across the month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily choose a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Milan to SAN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Milan to San Diego International Airport.
The best time to fly from Milan to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
May is the quietest time to fly to San Diego. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Milan to San Diego International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Milan to SAN for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Milan to San Diego International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Diego right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are attractions you won't want to skip in San Diego.
Complete your San Diego trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Milan to San Diego International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in San Diego. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.