Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY): what you need to know
Milan is one hour ahead of Glasgow and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your GLA to BGY flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GLA and BGY:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Dublin Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
At the moment, ₹ 4,458 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 8,704. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GLA to BGY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GLA to BGY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to GLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Reserve a hotel close to BGY if you're catching a late Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Orio al Serio International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Galdieri Rent and venture far and wide through Milan and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Orio al Serio International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) to central Milan
From Orio al Serio International Airport, Milan is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Orio al Serio International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to BGY in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
