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Cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport from £85

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — IST
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 60 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£147

One-way from

£85

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£339

Good round-trip deal

£498 or less

Good one-way deal

£330 or less
5/8-6/8
  • 5/8-6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 20m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 05m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price (£65 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£8 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 11 July 2025.

Tue 5/821:55MXP - IST
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/800:10IST - MXP
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7£147
Tue 5/821:55MXP - IST
1 stop9h 35mWizz Air
Thu 7/809:10IST - MXP
1 stop13h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 10/7£156
Fri 5/1209:30MXP - IST
1 stop4h 25mAir Serbia
Mon 8/1205:30IST - MXP
1 stop16h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 10/7£165
Fri 26/918:00MXP - IST
1 stop8h 15mTransavia France
Sat 4/1004:10IST - MXP
1 stop20h 05mTransavia France
Deal found 9/7£169
Tue 23/914:35MXP - IST
1 stop5h 45mLufthansa
Thu 2/1017:55IST - MXP
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/7£171
Wed 15/1020:10MXP - IST
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/1116:45IST - MXP
Nonstop2h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7£194
Wed 15/1019:25MXP - IST
1 stop5h 55mAegean Airlines
Wed 12/1111:35IST - MXP
1 stop8h 15mAegean Airlines
Deal found 10/7£212

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Malpensa

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 5/8

21:55-08:30

1 stop9h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 6/8

00:10-09:55

1 stop10h 45m

£147

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 5/8

21:55-08:30

1 stop9h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 7/8

09:10-21:10

1 stop13h 00m

£156

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 5/12

09:30-15:55

1 stop4h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

05:30-19:45

1 stop16h 15m

£165

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 26/9

18:00-03:15

1 stop8h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 4/10

04:10-23:15

1 stop20h 05m

£169

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 23/9

14:35-21:20

1 stop5h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 2/10

17:55-23:10

1 stop6h 15m

£171

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Wed 15/10

20:10-00:10

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 12/11

16:45-17:40

Nonstop2h 55m

£194

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Wed 15/10

19:25-02:20

1 stop5h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 12/11

11:35-17:50

1 stop8h 15m

£212

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sat 13/9

09:25-03:30

1 stop17h 05m

£85

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 24/7

05:55-08:30

1 stop25h 35m

£96

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 2/10

20:10-00:10

Nonstop3h 00m

£120

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Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

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 27 June 2025.

Booking 60 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 11 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% 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 6 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 11 July 2025.

The most flights from MXP to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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 11 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport, such as Aegean Airlines, Transavia France, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

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
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

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
353 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

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
3,896 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,199 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Wizz Air
6.8
Okay
1,056 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
763 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

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 £156, Wizz Air will fly you from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Wizz Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Serbia and Transavia France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £165 and £169, respectively. Wizz Air is currently priced 33% 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?

    £85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Serbia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air, with prices starting from £120 and £121, 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 (90%), RwandAir (90%), Royal Jordanian( 88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £212. While the most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul) can be booked for £191 on average our data indicates £1,158 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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