Traveling from Milan to Tokyo: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Milan to Tokyo, there's a good selection of airports to depart from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are some of Milan's main terminals.
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Milan to Tokyo flight is 13 hours.
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Milan and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Milan to Tokyo is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to {"defaultCase":"Haneda Airport","accusativeCase":"Haneda Airport","nominativeCase":"Haneda Airport","dativeCase":"Haneda Airport"} (HND). There are five services that connect these two airports each week.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Milan to Tokyo flight.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Tokyo
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The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Milan to Tokyo is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can catch a direct flight from Milan to Tokyo jetting off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Start your journey at MXP and come in for landing at Haneda Airport (HND).
ANA is a leading airline that offers direct Milan to Tokyo plane tickets leaving from MXP.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Milan to Tokyo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 25 miles in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milan to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Milano Malpensa Airport:
68.23% of flights that take off from Milano Malpensa Airport make it to their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Tokyo flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Tokyo include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
You can get to BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Milan to Tokyo? Relax in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Searching for a ticket from Milan to Tokyo with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When leaving from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can detour to on the way to Tokyo:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The trip to LIN from the center of Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 5 miles or so.
Make taking an early Milan to Tokyo flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Milano Linate Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Flights that depart from LIN make it to their destination within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 9 miles from the center of Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Milan to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks before your trip.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Milan to Tokyo has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 35 miles from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After your flight from Milan to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Milan to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 79ºF to 84ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 59ºF and 68ºF.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Milan to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are major attractions which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 19 miles south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 250 miles west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favorite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
