Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Milan: what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Charlotte, where Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CLT to Milan flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from CLT to Milan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Charlotte to CLT takes about 4 hours 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Milan
£141 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £318. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CLT to Milan. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CLT to Milan by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to the centre of Milan takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 30 miles away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CLT to Milan.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Once your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Milan is roughly 40 miles from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near BGY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CLT to Milan flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Surprice, RentSmart24 and Galdieri Rent.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from BGY two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN) is about 7 miles from central Milan. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel near LIN. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your CLT to Milan flight:
Start your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Milano Linate Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan is a good time to book your ride from LIN. You're more likely to get a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Milan
Before scheduling your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Milan offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CLT to Milan around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Milan:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Milan Cathedral, Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and The Last Supper Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Milan.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 300 miles south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Turin is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 80 miles west of Milan. No journey is complete without visiting Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
