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Flight deals from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$211. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Milan.C$91 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 29.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri., May 29, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$91, select.
Milan.C$95 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 21.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Istanbul on Sun., Jun. 21, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$95, select.
Milan.C$96 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$96, select.
Milan.C$98 per passenger.Departing Mon., Sep. 28.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon., Sep. 28, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.
Milan.C$100 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 9.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Jul. 9, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$100, select.
Milan.C$104 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$104, select.
Milan.C$112 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 8.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue., Dec. 8, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$112, select.
Milan.C$113 per passenger.Departing Sat., Mar. 13.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat., Mar. 13, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$113, select.
Milan.C$114 per passenger.Departing Sun., Nov. 29.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun., Nov. 29, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$114, select.
Milan.C$115 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 31.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue., Mar. 31, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$115, select.
Milan.C$115 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 3.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon., Aug. 3, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$115, select.
Milan.C$119 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jan. 28.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu., Jan. 28, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$119, select.
Milan.C$132 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 21.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun., Feb. 21, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$132, select.
Milan.C$172 per passenger.Departing Thu., May 14.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu., May 14, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$172, select.
Milan.C$178 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$178, select.
Milan.C$179 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 31.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue., Mar. 31, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$179, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Milan Malpensa flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar.
from C$115
Apr.
from C$104
May
from C$91
Jun.
from C$95
Jul.
from C$100
Aug.
from C$115
Sep.
from C$98
Oct.
from C$96
Nov.
from C$114
Dec.
from C$112
Jan.
from C$119
Feb.
from C$132

Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa?

Istanbul to Milan Malpensa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Milan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milan Malpensa.

Milan Linate

7km from central Milan
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Milan Malpensa

41km from central Milan
from C$91
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Milan Bergamo

46km from central Milan
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Verona Brescia

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Istanbul to Milan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$91
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week104

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa is C$187. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and PIA fly direct from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa.
As of March 2026, there are 104 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Milan Malpensa Airport on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milan Malpensa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know

  • Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 57 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport.

  • Milan is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), with 39 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to MXP is the 07:05 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:50 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to MXP. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) operate from here.

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport jetting out of IST.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to MXP leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Sofia Airport (SOF)

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)

  • From central Istanbul, IST is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)? Check out the fares leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and MXP:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)

  • You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • It's your vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to MXP:

About Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan

  • Milano Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Milan. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 45 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 53 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport is C$91. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$187. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure flight tickets from Istanbul to MXP.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Istanbul to MXP. There's no need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • February is the quietest time to fly to Milan. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport, but the best time to go is your call.

  • When booking your flight from Istanbul to MXP, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

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