Traveling from Milan to Dubai: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Milan to Dubai, there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main options.
When working out where to arrive in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
The average time for a direct Milan to Dubai flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai three hours ahead of Milan.
With 21 flights a week between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Milan to Dubai with Emirates at 13:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from MXP to DXB is with Emirates at 22:20.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Milan to Dubai flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Dubai
To secure cheap Milan to Dubai flights, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Milan to Dubai is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Set out from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and fly right through to Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). If you're searching for a direct flight from Milan to Dubai out of MXP, those are your arrival choices.
Lock in your Milan to Dubai plane tickets with Emirates. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from MXP.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Milan to Dubai flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Milan Malpensa Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
MXP is around 40 kilometers from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Dubai, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Consider booking your direct flight from Milan to Dubai departing Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Nonstop connections from BGY will get you to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Flydubai offers direct Milan to Dubai plane tickets from BGY. Book your favorite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Break up your Milan to Dubai flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and Dubai are:
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Prague Airport (PRG)
You can reach BGY from the center of Milan in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Dubai:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can lock in a ticket from Milan to Dubai with a stop or two departing from Milan Linate Airport (LIN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between LIN and Dubai:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometers from central Milan. Driving from the city center to the terminal takes about 20 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Milan to Dubai flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Milan Linate Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
With 83% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LIN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 5 kilometers. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The center of Dubai is located around 48 kilometers from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Milan to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city center in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near DWC. Tuck yourself in after your Milan to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental make collecting a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Milan to Dubai. December is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Milan to Dubai ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Milan to Dubai:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk are must-do's during your Dubai adventure.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 26 kilometers to the east, popular attractions include Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
Around 129 kilometers southwest of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.