- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Flights from Düsseldorf to Milan depart on average 53 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 664 km distance in 1h 20m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 664 km |
Average flight duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Flights per day 53 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 0:40 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£91
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£560
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
1 h 28 m
Flights on 30 Aug
47
Distance
664 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Milan will cost around £560 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £91.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 47 flights from Düsseldorf to Milan, including 6 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 664 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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AF1007 · AF1830
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AZ7809Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a train costs an average of £170.
Distance: 664 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£72 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Milan flights for tomorrow, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1107 · AF1130 | 6:55 Dusseldorf Airport | 16h05 | 23:00 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1107 · AF1830 | 6:55 Dusseldorf Airport | 25h20 | 8:15 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1107 · AF1730 | 6:55 Dusseldorf Airport | 10h40 | 17:35 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
BA925 · BA578 | 7:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 11h20 | 18:50 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
BA925 · BA572 | 7:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 13:25 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
BA925+ BA7305 | 7:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 11h10 | 18:40 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LH1973+ LH1852 | 8:30 Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h30 | 13:00 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LH2001+ LH1852 | 8:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h30 | 13:00 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LH4107+ LH1852 | 9:30 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h30 | 13:00 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LX1017+ LX1628 | 9:50 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h00 | 13:50 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
LH4219+ LH1852 | 10:00 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h00 | 13:00 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LO404 · LO317 | 10:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 23h20 | 9:45 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
LO404 · LO319 | 10:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 8h30 | 18:55 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1607 · AF1830 | 11:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 20h40 | 8:15 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1607 · AF1130 | 11:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 11h25 | 23:00 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1607 · AF1330 | 11:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 22h50 | 10:25 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1607 · AF1730 | 11:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 6h00 | 17:35 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
VF61+ VF90 | 12:05 Cologne Bonn Airport | 23h40 | 11:45 Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport | 1 change | |
VF61+ VF26 | 13:10 Dusseldorf Airport | 22h35 | 11:45 Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport | 1 change | |
LH4109+ LH1854 | 13:55 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h50 | 17:45 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
BA921 · BA580 | 14:10 Dusseldorf Airport | 7h20 | 21:30 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
BA921 · BA578 | 14:10 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h40 | 18:50 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
BA921 · BA590 | 14:10 Dusseldorf Airport | 9h25 | 23:35 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
LH5366+ LH1854 | 14:15 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h30 | 17:45 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FR 485 | 14:25 Dusseldorf Weeze Airport | 1h35 | 16:00 Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX1019 · LX1622 | 14:50 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h45 | 18:35 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
OS527+ OS164 | 15:05 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h05 | 19:10 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
EW826 | 15:40 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h25 | 17:05 Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ7777 | 15:40 Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h25 | 17:05 Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VF28 · VF61 | 16:45 Dusseldorf Airport | 19h00 | 11:45 Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport | 1 change | |
OS8721+ OS529 | 17:50 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h05 | 21:55 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
EW9846 | 18:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 1h30 | 19:55 Milan Linate Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ7809 | 18:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 1h30 | 19:55 Milan Linate Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4217+ LH280 | 18:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 3h40 | 22:15 Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
LH4217+ LH5638 | 18:35 Dusseldorf Airport | 4h25 | 23:00 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1007 · AF1830 | 19:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 12h50 | 8:15 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1007 · AF1330 | 19:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 15h00 | 10:25 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1007 · AF1730 | 19:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 22h10 | 17:35 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
AF1007 · AF1230 | 19:25 Dusseldorf Airport | 19h20 | 14:45 Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 change | |
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One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
The museum visit centres on Leonardo’s Last Supper, one of the city’s most sought-after cultural experiences.
A science and technology museum with Leonardo galleries, transport exhibits and hands-on displays in a former monastery.
Milan’s central square is the city’s main meeting point, framed by the cathedral, museums and lively pedestrian spaces.
This redeveloped canal district is popular for waterside walks, old railings, independent shops and a lively Milan atmosphere.
A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
Saffron risotto cooked to a creamy texture with butter and cheese. A signature Milanese dish linked to Lombardy’s love of rich, elegant rice dishes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until crisp. One of Milan’s best-known classics, traditionally served bone-in and prized for its simple, rich flavour.
Slow-braised veal shanks, often with vegetables and wine, usually served with risotto. A historic Lombard comfort dish known for tender meat and marrow.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by Carlo Cracco in an elegant setting inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Known for modern Italian tasting menus.
Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining run higher than many cities, but public transport is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Malpensa Aeroporto T1 -> Milano Centrale
Flights from Dusseldorf to Milan are a convenient and cheap way to travel the 664 kilometers between these European cities. While Dusseldorf is known for its spectacular modern art collection and exclusive boutique collections, Milan is an elegant city with stunning architecture dating back to the 10th century. Flights depart throughout the day and late into the evening with plenty of direct and indirect flight options. The average duration of a flight from Dusseldorf to Milan is two hours eight minutes. The journey can take as little as one hour 30 minutes for direct flights. Connecting flights can take considerably longer, with some services with layovers taking more than seven hours.
There are several airlines operating services on this route, including vueling, Alitalia, Laudamotion, Ryanair, Germanwings, Eurowings, CSA, Luftfahrtgesellschaft Walter, KLM, Air Europa, Air France, SWISS, Iberia, and Austrian. Eurowings and Alitalia are the only airlines that regularly operate direct flights on this route, with other carriers flying indirect routes with stopovers.
The average flight duration from Dusseldorf to Milan is two hours eight minutes. Direct flights are much quicker, with flight times of about one hour 30 minutes. On average, flights with one change take around three hours to fly between Dusseldorf and Milan, but these flights can take as long as seven hours. Indirect flights from Dusseldorf to Milan regularly stop at cities across Europe, including Frankfurt-Am-Main, Munich, Vienna, Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid, or Zurich.
Direct flights from Dusseldorf to Milan operate daily. There is an average of 3-5 direct flights each day, with services operating in the morning, afternoon, and evening. For connecting flights, around 50 services leave Dusseldorf to Milan every day, with more than five services offering durations of less than five hours.
Departure airport: flights from Dusseldorf to Milan depart from Dusseldorf Airport. The airport is located seven kilometers north of the city center. Travelers can use S-Bahn train services to get to the airport in 15-20 minutes. Several local bus lines also connect the airport to the city center. Services in the airport include passenger lounges, ATMs, duty-free shops, long and short stay parking lots, and car rental services. Passengers in the airport can use free WiFi services throughout the airport.
Arrival airport: flights on this route land at either Milan Malpensa airport or Milan Bergamo Airport. Milan Malpensa Airport is located 51 kilometers from the city center. Travelers can reach the city in 50 minutes using the Malpensa Express train service. Milan Bergamo Airport is located 52 kilometers from the city center. Travelers can reach the city center in one hour using a shuttle bus service at the airport. Both airports have duty-free shopping, restaurants, ATMs, currency exchange services, and free WiFi for passengers. For travelers looking to self-drive on their trip, car rental services are available in the airport.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Milan by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Milan flights use the Dusseldorf Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Milan Linate Airport. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Milan airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dusseldorf Airport is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 30 minutes, with paid options for longer use. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport is 4 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dusseldorf Weeze Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dusseldorf Weeze Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Milan Malpensa Airport is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milan Malpensa Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals, near check-inas and gates.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milan Malpensa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milan Malpensa Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Milan Linate Airport is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milan Linate Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milan Linate Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milan Linate Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport is 1 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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