Linate International Airport (LIN), officially called Airport Enrico Forlanini – after the Italian inventor and aeronautical engineer born in Milan – is one of three major airports in Milan. It was completely reconstructed in the 1950s, as well as the 1980s, in order to accommodate the increasing number of tourists visiting the area each year, and in 2010 it handled more than 8 million passengers. Flights to Milan Linate International Airport come from hubs in the UK and Europe.
Comprising one fairly tired-looking terminal building with two levels, Linate International can be somewhat crowded and chaotic at times. Thankfully, however, staff are friendly and helpful. There are five airbridges, which means that numerous flights are boarded via airport shuttles, thus increasing waiting times for many passengers.
Perhaps the greatest benefit of using Linate International is its close proximity to the city center. Located only 4.8 miles (7.8km) south-east of Milan, it’s a short, 15-minute drive to the capital of Lombardy.
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Linate Airport has one large terminal building, with arrivals on the ground floor and departures on the first floor; both of which are accessible by foot.
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Taxi: Taxis are available outside arrivals. Journey time to the city is 15-20 minutes and costs around €20. Agree to a price before getting in the taxi.
Bus: Bus number 73 runs from Linate Airport to Milan Piazza S. Babila every 10 minutes, between 6:05am and 12:55am, and at a cost of €1 per ticket. Alternatively, there is a bus that travels to Milan Central Station every 30 minutes between 6:05am and 11:45pm. All buses departing from Linate Airport, including those traveling to other destinations, depart from the area just outside arrivals.
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Airport parking comprises 4,500 spaces. Short-term parking charges are €0.90 every 15 minutes, with a maximum daily charge of €26, while P1 and P2 charge €3.80 for one hour, €6 for two hours, €11 for six hours, €21 for 12 hours and €28 for 24 hours. PR1 and PRA offer slightly cheaper rates, with a maximum daily charge of €22.
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Money and communications: ATMs, currency exchange, post office.
Luggage: There are left-luggage and lost-and-found facilities on the ground floor, as well as a baggage wrapping service at check-in. Porters are on standby to assist with handling luggage.
Conference and business: There is a business center open to all passengers on the ground floor. Club Sea’s lounges offer exclusive access to Internet, telephone, media and video stations to all Club Sea members, while airlines provide executive lounges in domestic and international departures areas.
Other facilities: Facilities include a pharmacy, first-aid station, hair salon, laundry and chapel.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available in the arrivals lounge, check-in and boarding lounge, in addition to various restaurants and bars. To gain access, users must have a subscription with any authorized operator, or they may purchase access by following the instructions online.
Shopping: With approximately 35 boutiques and shops, Linate Airport offers a fair amount of shopping options for its visitors. Popular fashion outlets include Boggi, Brooks Brothers, Calzedonia, Carpisa, Gallo, Ingram and Intimissimi, while shops stocking leather goods, gadgets and accessories include Mont Blanc, Piquadro, Swatch, Tosca Blu, to name a few.
Food and drink: Fifteen food and drink establishments offer a tasty selection of authentic Italian meals, snacks, desserts, coffees and wines. Venues include ACafe, Asia, Caviar House, Ciao, espressamente illy, Panino Giusto, Pizza Chef, Puro Gusto, Spizzico and the Wine and Food Restaurant. If you’re in a rush, there is a McDonald’s at check-in.
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