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$111+ Cheap flights from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST)

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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — IST
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Connections by easyJet)

One-way from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$461

Good round-trip deal

$636 or less

Good one-way deal

$316 or less
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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 July 2, 2025.

This Connections by easyJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Connections by easyJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:30 amMXP - IST
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/214:50 pmIST - MXP
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/49:45 pmMXP - IST
1 stop9h 45mWizz Air
Thu 8/73:10 pmIST - MXP
1 stop7h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 7/2$219
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:25 amMXP - IST
1 stop17h 05mAir Serbia
Sun 9/144:20 amIST - MXP
1 stop16h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 6/30$224
This Transavia Smart Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Transavia Smart Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:20 amMXP - IST
1 stop15h 45mTransavia France
Mon 10/206:45 amIST - MXP
1 stop17h 10mTransavia France
Deal found 6/30$238
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3011:15 amMXP - IST
1 stop9h 05mLufthansa
Sat 10/45:55 pmIST - MXP
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/30$244
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:55 amMXP - IST
Nonstop3h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/93:45 pmIST - MXP
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$258

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 2, 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 11/18

6:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 11/21

4:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$175

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Mon 8/4

9:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop9h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 8/7

3:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$219

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 9/11

9:25 am-3:30 am

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 9/15

4:20 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 15m

$224

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sat 10/11

7:20 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

6:45 am-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$238

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 9/30

11:15 am-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 10/4

5:55 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$244

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/6

6:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 11/9

3:45 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$258

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 8/22

10:05 am-9:55 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$111

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 8/12

9:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$112

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 10/2

9:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$115

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 12/2

6:35 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$157

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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 round-trip flight from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 27, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 July 2, 2025.

When flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 July 2, 2025.

The most flights from MXP to IST are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip 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 July 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Transavia France from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
761 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Sky Express
7.6
Good
114 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
352 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
3,891 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
7,205 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

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?

    According to our current data, Wizz Air ($219), Air Serbia ($224), and Transavia France ($238) offers the cheapest pricing from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. Wizz Air is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $112 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Serbia from $115 and Turkish Airlines from $157 one-way.

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

    Consider Thai Airways (90%), RwandAir (90%) or Royal Jordanian (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $240. While the most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $1,479 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 vacation 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$198Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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