Flying from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG). Explore the options for taking off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY), the city's main airports.
Hop on a direct Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Cagliari Elmas Airport is located in Cagliari. The city's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan.
With 15 direct flights a week between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from MXP to CAG is with easyJet at 10:55pm.
Your flight from Milan to CAG won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Fly without interruptions from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) are available from here.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport leaving from MXP include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair between MXP and CAG.
With 76.56% of services landing as planned, Ryanair is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Catching a flight out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Milan to CAG with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of BGY.
Ryanair has the largest share of bookings on the BGY to CAG route.
The most reliable carrier is Ryanair. Its Orio al Serio International Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport flights arrive as planned 74.11% of the time.
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 1 hour or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Milan to CAG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
67.49% of all departures from Orio al Serio International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Make it to your destination faster from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport are available from here.
Buckle up and take off from LIN with Aeroitalia. This popular carrier offers direct Milan to CAG plane tickets.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aeroitalia from LIN to CAG.
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 11 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Milano Linate Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Flights that depart from LIN land at their destination within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
Reserve a hotel near CAG if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cagliari Elmas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and explore beyond Cagliari's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport flight.
Getting from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to central Cagliari
The centre of Cagliari is about 6 kilometres from Cagliari Elmas Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
RM71 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport. Return flights start at RM141. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Milan to CAG.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Cagliari. August is when most people book flights from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Cagliari is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Milan to CAG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport in February when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Cagliari
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Cagliari right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Milan to Cagliari Elmas Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Royal Palace, Via Roma and Centro Storico are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cagliari itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Cagliari, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 177 kilometres north to Sassari to tick off its must-visit sights. From Ducal Palace to Castello Aragonese and Palazzo della Provincia, your itinerary will be busy.
Olbia is another standout destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres north of Cagliari. No trip is complete without a visit to Smeralda, Porto Istana Beach and Spiaggia Bella.