BGY is a budget airline airport, so families often arrive here on Ryanair flights. The 50 km to Milan makes planning important with kids.
Child seat situation in Italy
Italian law requires child restraints for children under 150 cm. Reality at BGY:
- Taxis: Don't carry child seats. Italian taxis are exempt, but safety should be your priority.
- Airport bus: No child seats needed on the coach.
- Pre-booked transfer: Child seats available on request — the safe choice for young children.
Going to Milan with kids
The bus option
The airport bus (7-10 € per person, under 4 free on lap) is manageable with kids:- Comfortable coach seats
- Luggage stored underneath (including strollers)
- 50-70 minutes — long enough that kids need entertainment
- Air-conditioned
The transfer option
A sedan or van transfer (€80-120) takes you door-to-door:- Child seats provided on request
- Luggage in the trunk
- Same journey time (50-70 min), but ends at your hotel, not a train station
Going to Bergamo with kids
Bergamo is just 5 km away — any option works:
- Bus (2.50 € each): 15 minutes, easy
- Taxi (15-20 €): Quick and simple
- Tip: Visit Bergamo Alta (Upper Town). Take the funicular — kids love it. Medieval walls, great gelato, and it's a fraction of Milan's cost.
Best transport by family situation
| Situation | Going to Milan | Going to Bergamo | |---|---|---| | Small family (3-4) | Transfer with child seats | Taxi or bus | | Large family (5+) | Van transfer | Two taxis or bus | | Budget family | Airport bus | Bus (2.50 €) | | Family + Lake trip | Transfer (only option) | Transfer |
Practical tips
- BGY is a budget airport. Food options are limited and overpriced. Feed kids before arriving or bring snacks.
- The bus ride to Milan is 50-70 minutes. Bring tablets, books, or games.
- If taking the bus, buy tickets online before landing. Queuing at the counter with kids and bags is unnecessary.
- Strollers go in the bus luggage compartment. Keep a small bag with essentials (diapers, snacks, entertainment) for the ride.
- Consider staying in Bergamo if you want to save money. It's a beautiful, family-friendly city with lower hotel prices than Milan.