Cheap flights from Milan to Istanbul
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Milan to Istanbul and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $175 | Air Serbia1 stop18 hrFri, Oct 16 — Sun, Oct 18 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul is currently $175 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $81 | PegasusNonstop3 hrWed, Oct 28 | The cheapest one-way flight from Milan to Istanbul is currently $81 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $177 | PegasusNonstop3 hrThu, Nov 5 — Mon, Nov 9 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul is currently $177 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $384 | PegasusNonstop3 hrSat, Aug 15 — Sun, Aug 16 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Milan to Istanbul is currently $384 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $640 | Lufthansa1 stop8 hrSat, Oct 17 — Sun, Oct 18 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul is currently $640 |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 40 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Milan to Istanbul takes 2 hr 40 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Milan to Istanbul per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Istanbul is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.
| February Cheapest | Typical prices: $140–250 |
|---|---|
| August Most expensive | Typical prices: $275–415 |
Popular airlines from Milan to Istanbul
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Milan to Istanbul in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- Turkish AirlinesNonstopfrom $267Typical price: $280–89028 weekly nonstop flightsMXP - ISTEvery day
- PegasusNonstopfrom $177Typical price: $190–52012 weekly nonstop flightsBGY - SAWEvery day
- AJetNonstopfrom $178Typical price: $200–5507 weekly nonstop flightsBGY - SAWEvery day
- Lufthansafrom $233Typical price: $260–64058 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - ISTEvery day
- British Airwaysfrom $407Typical price: $570–1,10048 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - ISTEvery day
- Air Francefrom $612Typical price: $310–89042 weekly connecting flightsLIN, MXP - ISTEvery day
Popular airports near Milan
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Milan center and popularity with travelers.
- Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)MilanItaly45 min24 mi
- Milan Linate Airport (LIN)MilanItaly28 min4 mi
- Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)MilanItaly55 min29 mi
- Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)VeniceItaly2 hr 59 min153 mi
Popular airports near Istanbul
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Istanbul center and popularity with travelers.
- Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)IstanbulTürkiye1 hr 1 min19 mi
- Istanbul Airport (IST)IstanbulTürkiye46 min21 mi
- Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)BursaTürkiye2 hr 22 min60 mi
- Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)TekirdağTürkiye1 hr 32 min56 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Milan to Istanbul
The cheapest flights from Milan to Istanbul are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $140 to $250.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Air Serbia from $175. The cheapest one-way flight was with Pegasus from $81.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Milan to Istanbul is $267, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Pegasus flight from Milan to Istanbul is $177, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest AJet flight from Milan to Istanbul is $178, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Milan to Istanbul is $233, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 19.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Milan to Istanbul is $407, flying from Nov 7 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Milan to Istanbul is $612, flying from Oct 9 to Oct 11.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul starts at $175 from Fri, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 18. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $81 and departs on Wed, Oct 28.
2 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from Milan to Istanbul.
Istanbul is a year-round destination, though most visitors arrive May–Sep, when the weather is warm to hot and humid. Winters (Nov–Feb) are cold and wet, and often snowy. Local events include the International Istanbul Film Festival (Apr) and Istanbul Music Festival (Jun).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Milan to Istanbul.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Milan to Istanbul really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Milan to Istanbul.
In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 28 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 58 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
Other popular airlines flying from Milan to Istanbul are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 28 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
In terms of flights, Lufthansa is the most popular. Lufthansa offers 58 connecting flights per week. Lufthansa flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
Other popular airlines flying from Milan to Istanbul are:
- Pegasus offers 12 nonstop flights per week. Pegasus flies from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
- AJet offers 7 nonstop flights per week. AJet flies from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
- British Airways offers 48 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
- Air France offers 42 connecting flights per week. Air France flies from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Istanbul Airport (IST).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Milan to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Air Serbia from $175. The cheapest one-way flight was with Pegasus from $81.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Milan to Istanbul is $267, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Pegasus flight from Milan to Istanbul is $177, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest AJet flight from Milan to Istanbul is $178, flying from Nov 5 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Lufthansa flight from Milan to Istanbul is $233, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 19.
- The cheapest British Airways flight from Milan to Istanbul is $407, flying from Nov 7 to Nov 9.
- The cheapest Air France flight from Milan to Istanbul is $612, flying from Oct 9 to Oct 11.
Pegasus, AJet and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Milan to Istanbul.
- There are 28 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 12 Pegasus direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 AJet direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Milan and Istanbul at price $384 is offered by Pegasus from Sat, Aug 15 to Sun, Aug 16.
Pegasus, AJet and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Milan to Istanbul.
- There are 28 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 12 Pegasus direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 AJet direct flights from Milan to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Milan to Istanbul on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Milan and Istanbul start at $177 from Thu, Nov 5 to Mon, Nov 9 with Pegasus.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Milan to Istanbul, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Milan and Istanbul start at $640 from Sat, Oct 17 to Sun, Oct 18 with Lufthansa.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Milan and Istanbul start at $175 from Fri, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 18.
To book business class trips from Milan to Istanbul, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Milan and Istanbul starts at $384 from Sat, Aug 15 to Sun, Aug 16 with Pegasus.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Milan and Istanbul at price $384 is offered by Pegasus from Sat, Aug 15 to Sun, Aug 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Milan to Istanbul, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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