Closest Airports to Lake Como
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP):
• ~45-60 minutes by car
• ~ 1.5-2 hours by train
Milan Linate Airport (LIN):
• ~1-1.5 hours by car
• ~ 1.5-2 hours by train
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY):
• ~1.5 hours by car
• ~ 2.5 hours by train
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE):
• ~ 3-3.5 by car
• ~ 3.5- 4.5 by train
Florence Airport (FLR):
• ~ 3.5- 4 hours by car
• ~ 3-4 hours by train
Rome Leonardo da Vinci- Fiumicino Airport (FCO):
• ~ 6-7 hours by car
• ~ 4- 5 hours by train
We recommend flying into Milan (MXP or LIN) and arranging private transfer or train service to Lake Como. Guests planning to explore other regions of Italy may also consider Venice, Florence, or Rome, with train access available throughout the country.
From the airport to Lake Como
• Private car service ( we recommend pre-booking)
•Train from Milan to Como
• Rental car (great option if you want to explore!)
Getting to the Venue
Villa Erba is located in Cernobbio. Taxis, water taxis, and private drivers are available
In addition to hotels, we highly recommend exploring vacation rentals on platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo.
Lake Como offers beautiful apartments and villas that can be especially convenient for couples, families, or groups traveling together. We recommend searching in Cernobbio, Como, Moltrasio, or Laglio for convenient access to the venue.
Como & Cernobbio (best for wedding transportation, no ferries needed)
Villa d’Este – Iconic ultra-luxury, closest to Villa Erba
€1,390+ per night
Hilton Lake Como – Modern, reliable, great for groups
$250–$600+ per night
Como & Cernobbio (best for wedding transportation, no ferries needed)
Sheraton Lake Como Hotel – Resort-style, spacious
~$450–$500 per night
Located in the heart of Como along the waterfront, Palace Hotel offers classic Italian elegance with beautiful lake views. Just steps from shops, restaurants, and the ferry dock, it’s a wonderful option for guests who would like to explore the town while staying in a traditional lakeside setting. The hotel is approximately 10–15 minutes by car to Cernobbio and Villa Erba.
Set in a panoramic position 2625 feet from Lake Como, Cernobbio's Hotel Asnigo is an Art Nouveau building with swimming pool. All the rooms offer a satellite TV. Free WiFi is available in the lobby. Each room is well-furnished and equipped with air conditioning. Some rooms also have a balcony and some offer lake views. The Terrace Restaurant offers a magnificent view on the romantic promontory of Cernobbio. It is open for dinner, and serves local dishes, international specialties, and vegetarian menus. Breakfast is a varied buffet. In the park surrounding the Asnigo, there is a lovely track leading to Cernobbio village. The hotel is 1.9 mi from the Como Nord exit of the A9 Autostrada dei Laghi motorway, and a 15-minute drive from Como.
Como & Cernobbio (best for wedding transportation, no ferries needed)
Albergo Terminus – Boutique, lakefront
$250–$650 per night