What is the cheapest airline that flies from Milan to Istanbul?

Sky Express, Pegasus Airlines, and Ajet are the most popular carriers operating from Milan to Istanbul

How many flights depart from Milan to Istanbul on average per week?

As of October 2025, 103 flights take off from Milan and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

The average flight duration from Milan to Istanbul depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Bergamo to Istanbul Airport is 2h 40m on average, while flying from Milan to Istanbul Airport is 5h 45m on average. Istanbul Airport is the most popular airport in Istanbul.

How many flights depart from Milan to Istanbul on average per day?

As of October 2025, 14 flights take off from Milan and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 06:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Milan to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Milan to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£56 Cheap Flights from Milan to Istanbul in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Milan and Istanbul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £119 to £198. The lowest price recently found on this route was £118.

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06:30 - 16:00MXP-IST

7h 30m1 stop

06:30 - 13:35IST-MXP

9h 05m1 stop

£118Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

17:15 - 20:55BGY-SAW

2h 40mdirect

08:50 - 10:40SAW-BGY

2h 50mdirect

£118Pegasus Airlines

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Sat, 18 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

21:20 - 16:55LIN-IST

17h 35m1 stop

17:55 - 22:55IST-LIN

7h 00m1 stop

£162KLM

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Tue, 10 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

20:30 - 15:55MXP-IST

17h 25m1 stop

05:30 - 08:45IST-MXP

5h 15m1 stop

£168Air Serbia

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Thu, 12 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

13:15 - 17:55BGY-SAW

2h 40mdirect

11:15 - 12:15SAW-BGY

3h 00mdirect

£168Ajet

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Wed, 11 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

09:30 - 15:55MXP-IST

4h 25m1 stop

17:35 - 19:45IST-MXP

4h 10m1 stop

£169Air Serbia

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Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

13:15 - 17:55BGY-SAW

2h 40mdirect

11:15 - 12:15SAW-BGY

3h 00mdirect

£169Ajet

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Wed, 11 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

13:45 - 22:45LIN-IST

7h 00m1 stop

06:30 - 18:10IST-LIN

13h 40m1 stop

£175Lufthansa

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Thu, 11 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

06:30 - 16:55LIN-IST

8h 25m1 stop

17:55 - 22:55IST-LIN

7h 00m1 stop

£176KLM

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Thu, 8 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan

10:45 - 18:05LIN-IST

5h 20m1 stop

06:30 - 10:05IST-LIN

5h 35m1 stop

£177Lufthansa

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Lufthansa flights from Milan to Istanbul

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Lufthansa

11 Dec

LIN13:45Milan Linate

7h 00m

1 stop

IST22:45Istanbul

14 Dec

IST06:30Istanbul

13h 40m

1 stop

LIN18:10Milan Linate

£175

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Lufthansa

26 Jan

LIN10:45Milan Linate

5h 20m

1 stop

IST18:05Istanbul

29 Jan

IST06:30Istanbul

5h 35m

1 stop

LIN10:05Milan Linate

£177

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Lufthansa

11 Dec

LIN14:50Milan Linate

5h 55m

1 stop

IST22:45Istanbul

15 Dec

IST19:00Istanbul

5h 45m

1 stop

LIN22:45Milan Linate

£178

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FLYONE

7 Nov

MXP19:40Milan Malpensa

12h 00m

1 stop

IST09:40Istanbul

10 Nov

IST10:40Istanbul

8h 30m

1 stop

MXP17:10Milan Malpensa

£197

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FLYONE

7 Nov

MXP19:40Milan Malpensa

12h 00m

1 stop

IST09:40Istanbul

10 Nov

IST10:40Istanbul

8h 30m

1 stop

MXP17:10Milan Malpensa

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7 Nov

MXP19:40Milan Malpensa

12h 00m

1 stop

IST09:40Istanbul

10 Nov

IST10:40Istanbul

8h 30m

1 stop

MXP17:10Milan Malpensa

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MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 12/3

06:30-16:00

1 stop7h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 14/3

06:30-13:35

1 stop9h 05m

£118

BergamoIstanbul

BGY - SAW

BGYSAW

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Sat 18/4

17:15-20:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 26/4

08:50-10:40

Nonstop2h 50m

£118

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Tue 10/3

21:20-16:55

1 stop17h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

17:55-22:55

1 stop7h 00m

£162

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 12/3

20:30-15:55

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 14/3

05:30-08:45

1 stop5h 15m

£168

BergamoIstanbul

BGY - SAW

BGYSAW

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Wed 11/2

13:15-17:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/2

11:15-12:15

Nonstop3h 00m

£168

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Mon 9/3

09:30-15:55

1 stop4h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

17:35-19:45

1 stop4h 10m

£169

BergamoIstanbul

BGY - SAW

BGYSAW

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Wed 11/2

13:15-17:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/2

11:15-12:15

Nonstop3h 00m

£169

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Thu 11/12

13:45-22:45

1 stop7h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 14/12

06:30-18:10

1 stop13h 40m

£175

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Thu 8/1

06:30-16:55

1 stop8h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 14/1

17:55-22:55

1 stop7h 00m

£176

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Mon 26/1

10:45-18:05

1 stop5h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

06:30-10:05

1 stop5h 35m

£177

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Milan and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Milan, with most prices found around £123. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £141.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from Milan is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as £523. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Milan to Istanbul on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £609. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Flying to Istanbul from Milan in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £553 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of £643. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Milan to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from Bergamo Orio Al Serio to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen for the best Milan - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Milan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around £236 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Milan for as low as £189 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Milan to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Milan to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	2h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The fastest flight from Milan to Istanbul takes 2h 40m

Direct flights go from Milan to Istanbul on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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How far is Milan to Istanbul by plane?
Milan and Istanbul are 1038.1 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Milan to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Milan to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Milan to Istanbul?

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Can I find flights from Milan to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Milan to Istanbul flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Milan to Istanbul?

Once all potential Milan to Istanbul flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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