Flying from Milan to Paris: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Paris begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Paris has a variety of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Milan to Paris flight.
Milan and Paris are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
With 57 weekly flights between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Milan to Paris with easyJet at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from MXP to CDG is with easyJet at 21:55.
To ensure you make your Milan to Paris flight, leave 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.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Paris
$26 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Paris. Return flights start at $50. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap Milan to Paris flights, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Milan to Paris is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Take off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) on a direct flight from Milan to Paris. You can jet right into these Paris airports from MXP:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct Milan to Paris plane tickets out of MXP:
We make it a cinch to book a Milan to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Thinking of departing from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? You can catch a direct flight from Milan to Paris out of this popular hub. Come in for landing at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and skip the connections.
Ryanair offers direct Milan to Paris plane tickets from BGY. Book your preferred aisle seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Break up your Milan to Paris flight with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Paris are:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Milan to Paris, stay in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Arrive sooner with a direct flight from Milan to Paris. From Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can fly straight through to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Select your airline and prepare to jet away to your destination. These carriers offer direct Milan to Paris plane tickets from LIN:
Book a ticket from Milan to Paris out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between LIN and Paris are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The trip to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Milano Linate Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Paris flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At LIN, that rate is 79.56%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to CDG if you have a late flight from Milan to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and discover more of Paris and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Milan to Paris, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near ORY. Unwind after your Milan to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Milan to Paris and head directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near BVA after your Milan to Paris flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
Around three weeks before your flight from Milan to Paris is the ideal time to book your ride from BVA. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's official address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Paris in January.
When booking your Milan to Paris tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Milan to Paris in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Paris right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Milan to Paris:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its must-visit sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.