Milan Bergamo airport (BGY)

Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY), officially Il Caravaggio International Airport and formerly known as Orio al Serio Airport, was inaugurated on 20 March 1972 and is one of the three airports serving the Lombardy region and the Milan metropolitan area. It operates mainly regular and charter flights to European, North African and Middle Eastern destinations, and is a base for low-cost airlines such as Ryanair.

Official Website: milanbergamoairport.it

Telephone: +39 035 326 323

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Terminals

The airport has a single passenger terminal operating 24 hours a day. The departure area closes after the last flight (around 1:00 am) and reopens at 4:00 am.

Annual Traffic (2024): 17.4 million passengers.

Information Points

Tourist office located in the arrivals hall. Opening hours vary, generally Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Sundays from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

 Location

The airport is located in the municipality of Orio al Serio, 3.7 km (2.3 miles) southeast of the city of Bergamo and 45 km (28 miles) northeast of Milan.

Parking services at Milan Bergamo airport (BGY)

The premises offer multiple parking options for short, medium, and long stays. The car parks are well connected to the terminal, either on foot or via a free shuttle bus service.

Parking Areas

P1: Open-air parking, ideal for very short stays or for dropping off/picking up passengers, as it is located directly opposite the terminal (2 minutes on foot). The first 30 minutes are free.

P2 Terminal: Offers both covered and uncovered options, located a short distance from the terminal (approximately 3 minutes on foot), ideal for short and medium stays.

P3 Smart: Located approximately 1 kilometre from the terminal, it offers both covered and open-air spaces for medium and long stays. A free shuttle bus service takes passengers to the terminal.

Rates and Reservations

To check updated rates and make reservations, it is recommended to visit the official website:

Rates and Reservations Link: parcheggiaeroporto.com

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Bergamo Airport strives to offer an accessible environment and assistance services for passengers with reduced mobility and other special needs, including families travelling with children and individuals with autism. It is essential to arrange assistance in advance.

Assistance for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM)

The airport provides adapted infrastructure to ensure the comfort and safety of passengers with reduced mobility. This includes:

• Wheelchairs available.
• Special vehicles with lifts to facilitate boarding and disembarking from the aircraft.
• Ramps and lifts throughout the terminal for easy circulation.
• Adapted toilets and accessible signage.
• Waiting areas and special lanes to speed up the process.
• Reserved and clearly marked parking spaces for PRM.

Requesting Assistance: It is essential to request assistance at least 48 hours in advance of your flight’s departure by contacting your airline or travel agency. This ensures that the necessary staff and resources are available upon your arrival at the airport.

Meeting Points: Upon arriving at the airport, passengers who have requested PRM assistance may go to the designated meeting points located inside and outside the terminal, where assistance staff will meet them.

Travelling with Children and Families

The airport offers facilities to ensure that families can travel as comfortably as possible:

• Unaccompanied Minors: Children between 4 and 14 years old travelling alone will be escorted by airport staff to the boarding gate and then supervised by the airline. Conditions and minimum age may vary depending on the airline, so it is essential to check directly with the airline before travelling.
• Check-in and Security: It is recommended to arrive at the airport with sufficient time, especially when travelling with children, to complete check-in and security procedures without haste.

Support for People with Autism

The airport participates in initiatives aimed at improving the travel experience for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Resources and trained staff are available to help reduce stress and anxiety associated with the airport environment. It is recommended to contact the airport or the airline in advance to obtain information about specific support programmes available.