Milano Linate Airport - Flight Information and Guide (LIN)

How to get to Milano Linate Airport

Access to the airport has become extremely quick thanks to the opening of the new M4 metro line.

By Car

Accessible via the Eastern Ring Road of Milan (Linate exit). Its proximity to the city center makes it easily accessible also via Viale Forlanini.

By Train

Metro (line M4, Blue): directly connects the airport to Milan's city center (San Babila) in less than 15 minutes; there is no traditional rail connection, as Linate is served only by the subway.

By Bus

Various bus lines connect Linate with the Central Station and other areas, but the subway is now the main transport mode.

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Tips Metro M4 is the fastest and most economical way to reach the center, completely avoiding urban traffic: standard ATM ticket, also purchasable via app. If you need to reach Malpensa for a connection, arrange transfer via the city—no direct shuttle exists between the two airports.

Average travel time to LIN

Train12-15 min

Shuttle bus25-30 minutes

Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes

Parking near Milano Linate Airport

The ViaMilano Parking system offers multiple covered car parks directly connected to the terminal (P1 and P2).

P1, connected to the check-in area, has hourly rates starting at around €3; P2 Executive, closer and more comfortable, has promotional rates starting at around €30 per day if booked online well in advance, otherwise significantly more expensive at the gate rate. During periods of high business demand, both car parks often fill up: booking online guarantees both availability and the best rate.

How to get to Milan from LIN

Once landed, you will be in the heart of Milan in very few minutes thanks to direct connections.

By Train

The M4 Metro station is located on floor -1 of the terminal, with trains running every few minutes.

By Bus

Bus shuttles to Central Station depart regularly from the external area of arrivals.

By Taxi

Official taxis are located at the Arrivals exit. For city center transportation, it is the ideal option for those with lots of luggage. Alternatively, the FREE NOW app allows you to book the trip directly from your phone.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

From LIN to the most sought-after destinations

If you want...	Choose	Indicative cost
Spend less	Metro M4 (standard ATM ticket)	2.20€
Reach the city center as quickly as possible	Metro M4 (less than 15 minutes to San Babila)	2.20€
Have heavy luggage	Taxi (15-20 minutes, airport very close to center)	approximately 20-25€

Linate → Duomo

Metro M4 reaches San Babila, a few minutes walk from the Duomo: it is the most direct and predictable connection, independent of traffic.

Linate → Navigli

From San Babila continue by metro (change at Duomo or San Babila itself for M1/M2) in another 10-15 minutes.

Car rental at Milano Linate Airport

Car rental desks are located on the ground floor in the Arrivals area. All major companies are present.

With all major companies present in the Arrivals area, it is still worthwhile to book online in advance to lock in the rate and vehicle category, especially during peak morning flight times.

Driver's license, passport and credit card are required; in most cases the International Driving Permit (IDP) is also required.

Hotels near Milano Linate Airport

Linate is about 8 km from the centre of Milan, and since 2024 the M4 metro line has connected it to San Babila in just 12 minutes: staying near the airport therefore only makes sense for those arriving or departing at times when the metro isn't running, or travelling with family and heavy luggage. For everyone else the natural choice is the centre, near San Babila, in Brera or at the Stazione Centrale, from which a direct bus to the terminal still takes just a few minutes.

Airport area

San Felice and Segrate

By car or taxi, the San Felice district, in Segrate, is about 13 minutes from the terminal; there are no direct public transport links.

Best for: Those arriving or departing when the metro isn't running, or travelling by car and wanting to stay just minutes from the gates.

Pros

Just minutes by car from the gates, convenient for night flights or dawn departures
Quiet residential area with a private lake and a park
Less traffic than the roads heading into the centre

Cons

Without a direct bus or metro, a car or taxi is always needed
Accommodation in the area consists of apartments, not traditional hotels
The centre of Milan remains a good half-hour away by car

Recommended hotels

Nona Strada 7 Apartment managed by Italianway in the San Felice district, about 13 minutes by car from the terminals, with a garden and parking included. View availability

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Near the airport link

Central Station

Direct bus (Linate Shuttle, Autostradale or Flibco) from the terminal to Milano Centrale in about 25-30 minutes, with frequent departures during the day.

Best for: Those continuing their journey by train to other cities, or who prefer the direct bus from the airport, with no changes.

Pros

Direct bus with no changes, practical with a lot of luggage
National and regional trains in the same hub
More alternatives in accommodation and price range

Cons

The bus to the airport is paid, on top of the city ticket
Some streets around the station are less busy in the evening
With traffic, the bus can take longer than the scheduled 30 minutes

Recommended hotels

Gluck Central Station Lofts Apartment in a period building about 500 metres from the Stazione Centrale and the Centrale metro stop, lines M1 and M3. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Brera

The M4 metro connects the airport to San Babila in 12 minutes; from there the M1 reaches Cairoli in a few minutes, 7-8 minutes' walk from Brera.

Best for: The choice for those who prefer the most picturesque district of the centre, among art galleries and alleyways, within walking distance of the Duomo and the Castello.

Pros

Castello Sforzesco, the Duomo and the Pinacoteca di Brera within walking distance
Pedestrian streets and bars that stay lively until late
With the M4 you can get back to the airport without ever taking a bus

Cons

From the metro to the accommodation there's still a change and a walk
It's the area with the highest prices among those in this guide
The cobbled streets make suitcases with small wheels uncomfortable

Recommended hotels

Brera Terrace Apartment Two-bedroom apartment in a period building in the Brera district, just steps from galleries and shopping streets. View availability

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Airport services

Premium-quality services with extensive shopping and gourmet dining options.

Shopping & Duty Free

Luxury retail area featuring top Milan fashion brands and duty-free products. Currency exchange counters and several ATMs are available in both the departure and arrival areas; some retail outlets in this area also sell prepaid SIM cards from major local carriers.

Lounges & relaxation

The Leonardo Lounge and Piranesi Lounge offer exclusive comfort for business passengers. Access is included for business passengers and holders of frequent flyer status or Priority Pass memberships; alternatively, available as a day-pass at the reception desk. Both lounges cater to corporate travelers frequent on this route. Hours generally follow the operating schedule of flights from this terminal.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free, unlimited high-speed WiFi available throughout the terminal. Connection is immediate after accepting service terms, with no time limits for your entire stay. For a local SIM card, all four national operators (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, Iliad) have retail outlets or kiosks at the airport—convenient if you prefer not to search in the city. All also offer eSIM activation in-store with a valid ID.

Families & Children

Nursery and children's play areas available in the departure lounges.

Terminal guide

A single recently renovated terminal with a modern design, focused on efficiency and technology.

From check-in to gate you generally walk 8-10 minutes. Security controls are the most subject to queues during morning rush hours of business flights.

Oriented mainly to domestic and short-range European connections, with a strong business traffic component.

Map of Milano Linate Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How much does the M4 metro from Linate to central Milan cost?

It uses the standard ATM ticket for Milan's public transport, one of the cheapest ways to reach an airport in Italy.

Q. Is Linate convenient for a short connecting flight in Milan?

It's the closest to the centre among Milan's airports, but it has no direct connections to Malpensa: anyone needing to change airports should factor in a road transfer that isn't short.

Q. Why does Linate have fewer intercontinental flights than Malpensa?

It has historically been regulated to favour short- and medium-haul domestic and European connections; intercontinental flights are mainly routed through Malpensa.