Flying from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know
Milan has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN) taking off from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY).
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Milan to London Stansted Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Milan. London Stansted Airport is located in London.
With 18 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MXP to STN is with Ryanair at 11:40pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Milan to STN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN) can be booked from here.
Ryanair is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Milan to London Stansted Airport leaving from MXP.
The most frequently booked airline between MXP and STN is Ryanair.
With 72.62% of its services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan to London Stansted Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Milan Malpensa Airport:
Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Think about kicking off your trip from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). You can book a direct Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Ryanair operates direct flights from Milan to STN departing from BGY. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Ryanair takes the lead in bookings on the BGY to STN route.
Ryanair is the most reliable carrier flying from Milan Bergamo Airport to London Stansted Airport, with 72.29% of its services arriving as scheduled.
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your Milan to STN flight:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Choosing a plane ticket from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When flying from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to STN:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The trip to LIN from central Milan is around 30 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to London Stansted Airport flight:
LIN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 84%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on course and touch down when it should.
About London Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to London Stansted Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Milan to London Stansted Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from London Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From London Stansted Airport, central London is around 56 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN)
Currently, RM64 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to London Stansted Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM139. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Milan to STN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN)
December is the quietest month for flights from Milan to London Stansted Airport (STN), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Milan to STN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Milan to London Stansted Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to London Stansted Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are a couple of major attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are the start of reasons to visit.
