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Cheap flights from Milan to Istanbul Airport from £65

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MIL — IST
19 Apr — 26 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Milan to Istanbul

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Cheapest flights from Milan to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milan to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 March 2026.

Wed 22/412:20
BGY
-
IST
2 stops10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/420:10
IST
-
BGY
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£121
Fri 11/920:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop18h 05m
Air Serbia
Sun 13/915:45
IST
-
MXP
1 stop5h 20m
Air Serbia
Deal found 15/3£137
Mon 5/1020:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop18h 05m
Air Serbia
Wed 7/1004:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop16h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 16/3£137
Thu 30/409:20
MXP
-
IST
1 stop17h 20m
Air Serbia
Tue 5/504:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop5h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 16/3£138
Thu 17/920:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop5h 50m
Air Serbia
Mon 21/904:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop16h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 17/3£139
Thu 30/409:20
MXP
-
IST
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/509:25
IST
-
MXP
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£144
Mon 30/321:00
MXP
-
IST
1 stop17h 55m
Air Serbia
Thu 16/404:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop5h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 17/3£146
Fri 18/920:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop18h 05m
Air Serbia
Sun 20/915:45
IST
-
MXP
1 stop5h 20m
Air Serbia
Deal found 16/3£147
Wed 29/420:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop5h 50m
Air Serbia
Thu 7/504:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop5h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 16/3£150
Wed 29/413:40
LIN
-
IST
1 stop11h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/503:45
IST
-
LIN
1 stop10h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/3£153
Tue 15/909:20
MXP
-
IST
1 stop17h 20m
Air Serbia
Wed 16/915:45
IST
-
MXP
1 stop17h 45m
Air Serbia
Deal found 15/3£154
Sun 4/1020:50
MXP
-
IST
1 stop18h 05m
Air Serbia
Wed 21/1004:30
IST
-
MXP
1 stop16h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 15/3£155

Find flight deals from Milan to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milan (MIL) 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 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£121

One-way from

£65

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£157

Good round-trip deal

£437 or less

Good one-way deal

£321 or less
22/4-24/4
  • 22/4-24/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 25m total
  • Milan to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Milan 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 20 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milan to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 14/4

09:20-15:55

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 21/4

04:30-08:30

1 stop5h 00m

£138

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sat 9/5

09:20-03:40

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 12/5

04:30-08:30

1 stop5h 00m

£138

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 21/4

09:20-15:55

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 24/4

15:45-08:30

1 stop17h 45m

£138

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Wed 29/4

20:50-03:40

1 stop5h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

16:40-20:05

1 stop4h 25m

£139
Fastest return journey

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Mon 13/4

21:00-03:40

1 stop5h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 27/4

16:40-20:05

1 stop4h 25m

£139

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 9/6

09:20-03:40

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 14/6

15:45-08:30

1 stop17h 45m

£155

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Wed 29/4

18:25-02:05

1 stop6h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 6/5

03:45-09:10

1 stop6h 25m

£158

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Fri 1/5

18:25-02:05

1 stop6h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

03:45-09:10

1 stop6h 25m

£158

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Wed 6/5

13:40-02:05

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 29/5

13:55-18:35

1 stop5h 40m

£161

MilanIstanbul

LIN - IST

LINIST

Milan Linate

Mon 18/5

18:25-02:05

1 stop6h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 27/5

03:45-13:00

1 stop10h 15m

£162

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Best time to book a flight from Milan to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Milan to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Milan 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan to Istanbul Airport (average of £84). Flying from Milan to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £181). 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 MIL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Milan 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 20 March 2026.

When flying from Milan to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Milan to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Milan to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Milan 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 20 March 2026.

The most flights from MIL to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

How often are flights from Milan to Istanbul delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Milan and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Milan to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Milan to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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 20 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Milan to Istanbul Airport, such as Pegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.5

Crew

7.2

Food

5.7

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Boarding

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.5

Crew

7.2

Food

5.7

Overall

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Boarding

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Milan to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like Air Serbia and Lufthansa fly from Milan to Istanbul Airport in about 5h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 05m. The distance between Milan and Istanbul Airport is about 1044 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Milan to Istanbul Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from Milan to Istanbul Airport are Milan Malpensa - Istanbul, Milan Linate - Istanbul and Bergamo Orio Al Serio - Istanbul.

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

    Consider Royal Jordanian (96%), Thai Airways (86%) or IndiGo (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Milan to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Milan to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £395, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £213. The most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul), is priced around £163.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Milan 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 to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan to Istanbul Airport (average of £84). Flying from Milan to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £181). 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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