Traveling from Frankfurt to Milan: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Frankfurt to Milan. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Milan has a number of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 14 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt to Milan. These two cities are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 80 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Frankfurt to Milan with Air Dolomiti at 08:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from FRA to LIN is with Lufthansa at 22:00.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Frankfurt to Milan. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can visit Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Germany. But before reserving your cheap flight from Frankfurt to Milan, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Direct flights from Frankfurt to Milan depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). FRA offers nonstop options to two Milan terminals, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Frankfurt to Milan out of FRA include:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to Milan. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Traveling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 37 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt to Milan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Milan with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Frankfurt Airport and Milan are:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Milan? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometers from the center of Milan. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 53 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Frankfurt to Milan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Frankfurt to Milan has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in about 58 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 64 kilometers from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Milan, kick back at a hotel close to BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Milan
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Milan is $16. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $31. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Milan by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Milan is November. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Milan
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Milan. July is the busiest month for a trip to Milan. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Frankfurt to Milan in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Milan right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Milan must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Milan. Whether you're after a compact ride, roomy sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.