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Cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport from £52

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — IST
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£125

One-way from

£52

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£191

Good round-trip deal

£403 or less

Good one-way deal

£166 or less
20/3-27/3
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 17/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 25m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Malpensa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malpensa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 20/308:30MXP - IST
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/323:00IST - MXP
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£125
Thu 20/318:35MXP - IST
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 27/315:35IST - MXP
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2£152
Fri 9/511:15MXP - IST
1 stop9h 05mLufthansa
Thu 22/517:55IST - MXP
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£162
Mon 17/320:45MXP - IST
1 stop5h 25mAir Serbia
Thu 20/305:30IST - MXP
1 stop5h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 20/2£181
Sat 22/318:45MXP - IST
1 stop6h 25mAegean Airlines
Sun 23/306:30IST - MXP
1 stop5h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 20/2£185
Thu 18/907:20MXP - IST
1 stop15h 25mTransavia France
Sun 21/903:35IST - MXP
1 stop14h 50mTransavia France
Deal found 20/2£268
Sun 11/513:45MXP - IST
2 stops22h 10mCroatia Airlines
Sun 25/505:05IST - MXP
1 stop8h 45mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 20/2£309

Find flights from Malpensa to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Malpensa

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 20/3

08:30-00:15

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 27/3

23:00-11:35

1 stop14h 35m

£125

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 20/3

18:35-23:35

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 27/3

15:35-16:35

Nonstop3h 00m

£152

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 9/5

11:15-21:20

1 stop9h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 22/5

17:55-23:10

1 stop6h 15m

£162

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Mon 17/3

20:45-04:10

1 stop5h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 20/3

05:30-08:45

1 stop5h 15m

£181

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sat 22/3

18:45-03:10

1 stop6h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 23/3

06:30-10:10

1 stop5h 40m

£185

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 3/4

07:20-16:00

1 stop7h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 6/4

03:35-17:25

1 stop14h 50m

£279

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sun 11/5

13:45-12:55

2 stops22h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 25/5

05:05-12:50

1 stop8h 45m

£309

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Mon 17/3

10:50-23:15

1 stop10h 25m

£52

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 20/3

08:30-22:45

1 stop12h 15m

£55

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 20/5

14:00-20:35

1 stop29h 35m

£57

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Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Malpensa to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MXP to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from MXP to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Milan to Istanbul, such as Aegean Airlines, Norwegian and Transavia France. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Norwegian
7.7
Good
230 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Transavia France
7.4
Good
338 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
1,847 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
733 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malpensa to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £152, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Air Serbia - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £162 and £181, respectively. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    £52 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wizz Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Wizz Air and Norwegian, with prices starting from £55 and £57, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Milan Malpensa Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Thai Airways (79%), Royal Jordanian (77%), IndiGo( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £153. While the most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul) can be booked for £253 on average our data indicates £426 when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Malpensa to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Malpensa to Istanbul

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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£143Average£362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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