Bergamo · Italy
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Milan Bergamo Airport (also known as Orio al Serio Airport) is located roughly 4 kilometres southeast of Bergamo and approximately 45 kilometres northeast of central Milan. All passenger flights operate from a single, compact two-level terminal building. The airport primarily serves point-to-point low-cost airlines and regional leisure routes across Europe and North Africa.
Terminals
- Main Terminal
- Handles all domestic, Schengen, and non-Schengen arrivals and departures across a single integrated building.
Arriving
Arrivals follow a straightforward path through passport control (for non-Schengen flights), baggage reclaim, and customs into the public arrivals hall.
- Disembark via jetbridge or airside bus directly into the terminal concourse.
- Passengers arriving on flights from non-Schengen countries proceed through passport control managed by the Polizia di Stato.
- Collect checked baggage from the designated carousel in the baggage reclaim hall.
- Pass through customs control: use the green channel if carrying goods within duty-free allowances, or the red channel to declare items.
- Exit into the main arrivals hall where ground transport counters, currency exchange, and exit doors are situated.
Getting to the city
Train
Airport Express Bus to Milan
Direct coach services (operated by companies such as Autostradale and Terravision) run frequently between the airport terminal curb and Milan Centrale railway station.
- Time:
- roughly 50-60 minutes depending on traffic
- Typical cost:
- typically €10-€12 single
Bus
ATB Local Bus to Bergamo
ATB Line 1 connects the airport directly to Bergamo railway station and the historic upper city (Città Alta).
- Time:
- roughly 15-25 minutes to Bergamo station
- Typical cost:
- typically €3-€4 for a 3-zone airport ticket
Train
Train (via Bergamo Station)
Take the ATB bus to Bergamo railway station, then transfer to a Trenord or Trenitalia regional train to Milan, Lecco, or Brescia.
- Time:
- roughly 70-90 minutes total to central Milan
- Typical cost:
- typically €6-€9 combined ticket
Taxi
Taxi
Official taxis wait at the ranks immediately outside the arrivals exit. Fixed or metered fares apply to Milan and local Bergamo destinations.
- Time:
- roughly 15 minutes to Bergamo; 50-70 minutes to central Milan
- Typical cost:
- typically €25-€35 to Bergamo; €100-€120 to central Milan
Connections & transfers
Because Bergamo operates primarily as a point-to-point facility, there is no airside transfer corridor for self-connecting passengers.
- All connecting passengers must exit airside, collect any checked luggage, and re-enter through main security screening.
- Allow at least 2 to 3 hours between self-connected flights to account for passport control and baggage re-checking.
- Ensure you hold appropriate visa documentation for entry into Italy if transferring between non-Schengen flights.
Wi-Fi & staying connected
Free unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal building.
- Connect to the official network SSID 'Free Wi-Fi Bergamo Airport'.
- A brief portal registration page requires acceptance of standard terms before access is granted.
- No paid subscription or local phone number is required to maintain a connection.
Money, cards & tipping
Euros (EUR) are the official currency. Card payments are accepted almost everywhere, though small cash notes are useful for minor transport tickets.
- ATMs operated by established banking networks are available in both arrivals and departures areas.
- Currency exchange desks operate in the arrivals hall for cash conversions.
- Contactless card payment is standard for taxis, buses, shops, and food venues.
Food & drink
A selection of cafes, snack bars, and grab-and-go food outlets are available in the public arrivals area and post-security concourse.
- Arrivals hall options feature traditional Italian espresso bars, bakeries, and newsagents.
- Post-security facilities include sit-down eateries, pizzerias, and international quick-service options.
- Water refill stations are located near toilet facilities in the departure area.
Lounges & rest
VIP lounge facilities are accessible to eligible passengers and pay-per-use guests within the departure area.
- The HelloSky Lounge offers comfortable seating, light refreshments, Wi-Fi, and work areas.
- Access can be booked online in advance or paid at the lounge entrance subject to capacity.
- Lounge access programs such as Priority Pass are accepted.
Airport hotels
Accommodation is available immediately adjacent to the airport perimeter and in nearby Bergamo city centre.
- An on-site capsule hotel concept (ZZZleepandGo) is located inside the terminal concourse for short layovers.
- Hotel NH Milano Orio Al Serio is connected via a pedestrian walkway across the road via an underpass.
- Numerous guest houses and hotels in Bergamo city centre are easily reached via the ATB airport bus.
Baggage & customs
Baggage reclaim carousels are clearly signposted upon entering the main arrivals zone.
- Left-luggage storage facilities are available, operated by a dedicated service provider outside the main terminal building.
- Lost property or delayed baggage queries should be directed to the ground handling agent desk in the baggage reclaim hall.
- Luggage wrapping services are located in the landside departures area.
Family & accessibility
Basic family facilities are present throughout the terminal to assist travellers with young children.
- Dedicated baby care rooms with changing tables and private nursing space are located near primary restrooms.
- Lifts connect the ground level and upper floor areas for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
- Children's play areas are available in designated sections of the departures lounge.
Facilities
- Free Airport Wi-Fi
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- Left Luggage / Baggage Storage
- VIP Lounge
- Car Rental Desk Centre
- Pharmacy
- Information Desk
Emergency & safety
Local emergency number: 112 (National Emergency Number for Police, Medical, Fire).
- Dial 112 for all general emergency services in Italy (Police, Ambulance, Fire).
- A first aid station (Pronto Soccorso) staffed by medical personnel is located landside near the terminal main entrance.
- For lost passports or consular issues, contact the Polizia di Stato office inside the terminal or reach out to your national embassy in Milan.
Before you leave home
- Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
- Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
- Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
- Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
- Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
- Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
- Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
- Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.
Official sources
Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.
- Milan Bergamo Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
- Polizia di Stato - Border PoliceGovernment source
- Agenzia delle Dogane e dei MonopoliGovernment source
- Trenord Regional RailOfficial transit source
- Ministero della Salute - Emergency ServicesGovernment source
Guide last reviewed October 24, 2026
Airport information can change. Verify terminal assignments, schedules, fares, entry requirements and operating hours with the official provider before travel.
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Airport Wi-Fi is slow, time-limited and not private. A travel eSIM activates before you fly, so maps, ride-hailing and your booking emails work the second you switch off airplane mode.
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