Travelling from Milan to Seoul: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Seoul. Check out your options for departing Milan from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN).
Hop off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The average time for a direct Milan to Seoul flight is 11 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Milan.
You can choose from seven services a week between Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Incheon International Airport (ICN). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Milan to Seoul.
To ensure you board your Milan to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Seoul
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Take off from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) on a nonstop flight from Milan to Seoul. From MXP, you can travel directly to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Korean Air is a popular airline that offers direct Milan to Seoul plane tickets from MXP.
We make it easy to find a Milan to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Milan Malpensa Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Milan to Seoul flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Milan Bergamo Airport:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
BGY is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Milan to Seoul? Check in to a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75%.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can lock in a ticket from Milan to Seoul with a stop or two leaving from Milan Linate Airport (LIN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Seoul:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 20 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Milan Linate Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to Seoul flight:
With 83% of its departing flights arriving on time, LIN is a reliable starting point for any journey.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Seoul. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seoul and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Milan to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
The centre of Seoul is located around 18 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). After your flight from Milan to Seoul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.
After your flight from Milan to Seoul, kick back at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Milan to Seoul. August is the most popular month for a trip to Seoul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book a Milan to Seoul ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
If you're ready to explore another corner of South Korea, consider Incheon, about 27 kilometres southwest of Seoul. Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park are key highlights.