Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bilbao.
Take your pick of ten weekly Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Vueling is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 22:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your BIO to MXP flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Getting to Milan (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy with Vueling. This popular airline offers direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Vueling.
The most punctual carrier operating BIO to MXP flights is easyJet. Its services arrive without delay 69.57% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BIO and MXP include:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Stuttgart Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
P1,042 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. A return flight starts from P2,499. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BIO to MXP if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BIO to MXP by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from BIO arrive at their destination without delay.
Bilbao Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Bilbao. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider booking a hotel close to MXP if you're taking a late Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Milan Malpensa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover more of Milan and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Milan Malpensa Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
From Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometers away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Milan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Bilbao Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to MXP in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometers south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Italy, consider Turin, about 129 kilometers west of Milan. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are among the biggest draws.