Travelling from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your main options in Milan.
Vancouver is eight hours behind Milan. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver, which is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Milan to YVR. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to YVR. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
MXP is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Split up your flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and YVR are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kms (40 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Milan to YVR flight, stay in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Searching for a plane ticket from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) with a stop or two can offer you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When leaving from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can detour to on the way to YVR:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From central Milan, LIN is around 11 kms (7 miles) away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Vancouver International Airport flight:
Flights departing from LIN arrive at their final stop on schedule 79.56% of the time.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Milan to Vancouver International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Central Vancouver is around 9 miles from Vancouver International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Vancouver International Airport is £169. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £351. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Milan to YVR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Milan to Vancouver International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Vancouver. August is when most people book flights from Milan to Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Milan to YVR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Vancouver International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 274 kms (170 miles) east to Kelowna to tick off its must-visit sights. From Lake Okanagan to The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kms (160 miles) north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without visiting St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.