Cheap Flights from London to Milan

Looking for last-minute deals or travelling for business, flights London to Milan are so popular that a number of airlines offer several flights a day. So, whether it's travelling by first class or getting away on a cheap last-minute flight, Trip.com has it all.

Travel requirements: Flights London to Milan

Passengers can currently travel freely from London to Milan with low entry requirements for arriving in Milan and returning to London.

COVID restrictions: As of June 2022, passengers arriving in Milan are required to show either proof of vaccination against COVID-19, proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, or proof of recovery from a previous COVID-19 infection. For proof of a negative COVID-19 test, passengers need to present a negative molecular COVID-19 test within 72 hours before arrival or a COVID-19 antigen test within 48 hours before arrival. Travellers who lack proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result, or evidence of recovery must undergo a 5-day quarantine and additional testing for COVID-19 at the end of the quarantine period.

For updated information regarding the travel restrictions for flights London to Milan, check out our United Kingdom to Italy Latest Travel Restrictions Page for more details. Also, during COVID-19, entry policies are frequently updated. It is highly recommended to subscribe to entry policy updates via email for your departure location and destination.

Essential information: Flights London to Milan

Average flight time: 1 hr 57 mins

Flights per week: approx. 358

Time difference between London and Milan: 1 hr (GMT+2)

With Milan being a popular tourist destination and one of the top centres for commerce in Europe, it’s no surprise to find at least 13 airlines that offer London to Milan direct flights. Passengers can choose from a wide range of airlines such as British Airways, ITA Airways, Ryanair, American Airlines, Iberia, EasyJet and Whizz. The most popular London to Milan flights EasyJet offers several direct flights daily to all three airports in Milan. Another budget airline with a number of London to Milan flights Ryanair fly direct to Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Bergamo (BGY).

London to Milan flight time/duration range from 1 hr 50 mins to 2 hrs 10 mins. The earliest flight departs from London (LGW) at 05:35 and arrives in Milan (MXP) at 08:45. The latest flight departs from London (STN) at 21:40 and arrives in Milan (MXP) at 00:30.

Flights London to Milan depart from five out of six of London’s major airports, including Gatwick Airport and Heathrow Airport. All three of Milan’s main airports will receive flights from London, with Milan Linate being the closest to the city centre. With so many departure and arrival airport and terminal options, passengers are advised to pay extra attention to their tickets before arriving to avoid any issues.

Cheap flights and ticket options: Flights London to Milan

Cheapest direct one way: £5

Cheapest direct return: £16

Cheapest month to travel: January

Most expensive months to travel: May

Most popular airline: EasyJet

With over 30 daily flights London to Milan and over 300 flights each week, there is an abundance of great deals, ticket options and airlines for passengers to choose from. While London to Milan flight price/cost varies based on the time of the year, airline and flight types, there’re many great airfare deals to be had for this popular route.

The lowest price for London to Milan direct flights and London to Milan flights one way can be purchased for only £5, while the best deal for flights from London to Milan return is as low as £16. For those who prefer to travel business or first class, London to Milan first class flights cost between £244 to £887 one way.

The peak season for flights London to Milan is the month of May, where the cheapest fare starts from £80. This is followed by November and December, where passengers are expected to pay at least £50 for a one way ticket. In contrast, for those looking for a bargain, the lowest fare can be found for only £5, and the cheapest month to travel from London to Milan is January.

For cheap fares of the week, by analyzing data from all airlines on Trip.com, passengers can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

The best ways to and from the airport

Out of London’s six major airports, flights from London to Milan depart from 5 of them: London City Airport (LCY), Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Travellers can opt for the taxi or public transportation like trains, underground and buses. But the fastest and most cost-effective ways to reach these five airports include 15 minutes by Heathrow Express train from London Paddington, 30 minutes by Gatwick Express from London Victoria, 35 minutes by train + shuttle bus to Luton Airport from London St. Pancras and 47 minutes by Stansted Express train from London Liverpool Street.

In Milan, flights London to Milan are served by all three of Milan’s main airports, Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), Milan Linate (LIN) and Bergamo (BGY). By taxi and depending on traffic, travellers can reach Milan's central train station from MXP in about 45 minutes, from LIN in approx. 20 minutes and from BGY in around 45 to 90 minutes. Alternatively, public transportation options are available too. From Malpensa, visitors can reach Milan’s central train station by the Malpensa Express train. From Milan Linate, several companies provide buses to Milan centre (approx. journey time 20 minutes). The journey time by bus between Bergamo Airport and Milan central is approx. 1 hour.

Places to visit in Milan

Il Duomo is one of Milan’s top attractions

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is popular with shoppers

Known as one of Europe’s most stylish cities, Milan attracts visitors from all over the globe with its breathtaking cathedral, mouthwatering cuisine and world-class museums. While Milan is a pleasant city to visit year-round, the non-peak months of April, May, September and October allow tourists to escape the sweltering summer temperatures and the cold winter weather.

Whether visitors are hoping to shop till they drop or to soak up the history of this cultural-rich city, Milan has plenty to offer. Top must-see destinations in Milan include Milan Cathedral or Il Duomo – situated in the centre of Milan, this magnificent cathedral can hold up to 40,000 people, making it one of the world’s largest churches; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II – this architectural gem is well-known amongst travellers and locals for its boutique shops and elegant cafés; Teatro alla Scala – attention opera lovers, La Scala is considered by some as the world's most famous opera houses; and Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper – this iconic artwork dates to 1497, located within the church of Santa Maria Delle Grazie, a reservation is required for a visit.

For more travel experiences and tips, check out Milan Travel Guide. Also take a look at these great offers and discounted Milan tours and tickets.