Travelling from Montreal to Milan: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Montreal to Milan.
Milan has several airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
The average duration of a direct flight from Montreal to Milan is 7 hours 57 minutes. Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan 5 hours ahead of Montreal.
The busiest route for flights from Montreal to Milan is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Take your pick of 7 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from YUL to MXP is the 20:05 Air Canada service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 20:25 with Air Canada.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Montreal to Milan.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can enter Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Canada. But before reserving your cheap flight from Montreal to Milan, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're after a direct flight from Montreal to Milan, you can depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Fly from YUL to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) without any stops.
You can book a direct flight from Montreal to Milan with Air Canada. This popular carrier operates services from YUL.
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Milan? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 53 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Once your flight from Montreal to Milan has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
After your flight from Montreal to Milan, settle in at a hotel near BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Milan
Currently, 197 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Milan. The cheapest price for a return flight is 336 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Montreal to Milan.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Montreal to Milan. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Milan
February is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Milan, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Milan based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Schedule your flight from Montreal to Milan for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Milan right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Milan travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
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