Flying from Colombo to Milan: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Milan departing from here.
Milan has a variety of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) or Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to Milan, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To enter Italy for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Sri Lanka. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Colombo to Milan.
Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Colombo to Milan leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 39 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Milan or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The centre of Milan is about 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Colombo to Milan has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 58 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 18 minutes.
After your flight from Colombo to Milan, settle in at a hotel close to BGY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Milan
₹ 23,527 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Milan. A return flight starts from ₹ 30,710. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Colombo to Milan, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Milan
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Colombo to Milan. July is the busiest month for a trip to Milan. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Colombo to Milan for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Milan to range from 16ºC to 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Colombo to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
Start your Milan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Milan, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II are must-visits when exploring Milan.
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