Cheap flights from Birmingham to Milan

Book as early as you can for school holidays and Christmas, when seats on Birmingham to Milan flights sell fastest, while other dates leave more choice a little later.

November is the cheapest month on this route, winter and summer peaks are busier, and midweek departures are often calmer than weekend ones. Check the price calendar before fixing dates.

Some itineraries connect through another airport instead of flying direct, which adds boarding time and a risk of delay, while direct flights keep the journey simpler. The airline list includes Ryanair, Malta Air, EasyJet Europe, Easyjet, Jet2, Vueling Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Aer Lingus and HOP!.

The first group usually sells lower base fares with extras charged separately, while the second group usually includes more in the fare, though the cheapest ticket can still be restrictive. Compare baggage, seat selection, meals and change fees before you book.

Arrange your transfer before you land, because the three Milan airports are not equally convenient for the city centre. Linate is the closest and is reached by local transport, while Malpensa has rail and coach links.

Bergamo/Orio al Serio is farther away and usually needs a coach or train connection. Check which airport your ticket names, allow time for passport control, and avoid booking a tight onward train. If you land late, confirm night transport or a pre-booked transfer.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F, L · 230 V

Language

Italian

Emergency number

112, 113, 115

Driving side

right

Calling code

+39

Internet domain

.it

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Milan

1.4 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Rome)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your fare includes checked baggage, seat selection and priority boarding, because low-cost extras can exceed the ticket price.
• Check whether your flight is direct or connects, and allow enough time for the connection on one booking.
• Check which Milan airport your ticket names, since Bergamo, Linate and Malpensa are in different places.
• If you are flying into Bergamo or Malpensa, plan your transfer to the city before booking late arrivals.
• Recheck passport and entry rules for Italy well before departure.
• Compare November dates with school holidays and weekends if your trip is flexible.