Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY): what you need to know
Basel and Milan are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Your BSL to BGY flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BSL and BGY:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Right now, $98 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $289. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from BSL to BGY, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BSL to BGY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Of the flights that depart from EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near BSL. Whether you have an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
If you're arriving on a late EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near BGY:
Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Orio al Serio International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to central Milan
Orio al Serio International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Milan. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
Getting there on public transport takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
August is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Milan in April.
Book your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Orio al Serio International Airport for July if you want to visit Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BSL to BGY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
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Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.