Milan has three airports, Malpensa, Linate, and Orio al Serio, all of which offer departures for flights to Catania. Make sure to check your ticket carefully to ensure you travel to the right airport.
Useful information about Milan Malpensa Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport is the largest of Milan's airports and is located 30 miles north of the city.
How to get to the airport:
- By rail — 45 minutes from Milan Cadorna station to Malpensa on the Malpensa Express train, which stops at airport terminals 1 and 2.
- By bus — an express bus service run by Autostradale operates between the airport and Milan's central station, takes 50 to 60 minutes.
- By car — the A4 and the A8 roadways both connect the airport to several major Italian destinations.
Services: Lost property, money exchange, restaurants, bars, shops, tax refund office, banks, business lounges.
Useful information about Milan's Linate Airport
The airport is located to the east of the city and serves as a base for Alitalia Airlines.
How to get to the airport:
- By taxi — Around a half-hour to Linate from central Milan, but always allow time for traffic.
- By car — the airport is located just off the A51, Milan's primary ring road.
- By bus — bus number 73 runs from the Via Larga stop to the airport.
Services: VAT refund, shopping, food and drink outlets, and free Wi-Fi.
Useful information about Orio al Serio International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport, also called the Il Caravaggio International Airport, is 28 miles northeast of Milan, by the city of Bergamo.
How to get to the airport:
- By car — the A4 is a major motorway which connects the airport to Milan and other cities.
- By bus — Autostradale buses from central Milan operate a direct service to the airport.
- By rail — Bergamo railway station is 3.5 miles from the airport. Passengers can connect to the airport from the station via a local bus.
Services: Restaurants, bars, shops, VAT refund, pharmacy, and free Wi-Fi.