Cheap Flights from Milan to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Milan to Istanbul

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Milan to Istanbul. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$73

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

7h 5m

09/02/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Milan to Istanbul departs on 09/02/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $73

Cheapest round trip flight

$155

Ryanair

1 layover

23h 35m

06/25/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Milan to Istanbul departs on 06/25/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $155

The fastest flight

2h 40m

Fastest flight from Milan to Istanbul takes 2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:50 AM

Latest flight

7:45 PM

Average flight duration

2h 51m

Direct flights count

54

Distance

1661km

Timezone difference

2h

The distance between Milan and Istanbul is 1661km (1030 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 51m. There are 54 direct flights from Milan to Istanbul. The time difference between Milan and Istanbul is 2h. Flights from Milan begin at 6:50 AM. The latest flight from Milan departs at 7:45 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Milan to Istanbul by month

The cost of a one-way flight from Milan to Istanbul ranges from $73 (September 2026) to $95 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $79–$82.

September 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$73

July 2026

Highest price

on average:

$95

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Tickets from Milan to Istanbul cost roughly the same any month. This is convenient: you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than prices.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in September 2026–October 2026 (averaging $75) and slightly more in July 2026–August 2026 ($87). But overall, the difference is small.

Best time to buy

On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 14%. Book whenever it's convenient.

Price predictability

Monthly price variation is just 8.4%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.

Airlines operating on route

More than 10 airlines operate flights from Milan to Istanbul, including Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Valuair, Pakistan International Airlines, LC Busre SAC, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Sky Express, Air Serbia, and LOT Polish Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $73, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Pegasus Airlines

starting at $88

Turkish Airlines

starting at $97

Valuair

starting at $91

Pakistan International Airlines

starting at $738

starting at $73

starting at $78

starting at $82

starting at $86

starting at $100

starting at $118

Non-stop flights from Milan to Istanbul

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Milan to Istanbul, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $233

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $286

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1876

starting at $355

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1896

starting at $540

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

08/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1896

starting at $516

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

08/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1878

starting at $252

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $177

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1212

starting at $160

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1874

starting at $268

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $165

Schedule of direct flights from Milan to Istanbul

Almost every airline on the Milan — Istanbul route flies daily, with just one exception: Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly every day. Valuair flies every day except Wednesday and Friday.

Turkish Airlines

Every day

starting at $181

Pegasus Airlines

Every day

starting at $103

Valuair

Su, Mo, Tu, Th, and Sa

starting at $101

Milan airports overview

Orio al Serio International Airport

•

BGY

46km

Milano Linate Airport

•

LIN

8km

Milano Malpensa Airport

•

MXP

42km

•

Istanbul airports overview

Istanbul New Airport

•

IST

1km

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

•

SAW

43km

•

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Milan to Istanbul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Milan to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $73

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Milan — Istanbul?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Milan to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Milan to Istanbul?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: September, June, October.

How long does it take to fly from Milan to Istanbul?

The fastest flights from Milan to Istanbul start from 2 hours 40 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Milan to Istanbul?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Milan — Istanbul: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Valuair

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Milan to Istanbul

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Milan — Istanbul

September 22

Air Serbia

$99

Alternative routes

Bologna ➜ Istanbul•Genoa ➜ Istanbul•Parma ➜ Istanbul•Turin ➜ Istanbul•Verona ➜ Istanbul•Milan ➜ Bucharest•Milan ➜ Constanta•Milan ➜ Eskisehir•Milan ➜ Izmir•Milan ➜ Kutahya•Milan ➜ Plovdiv•Milan ➜ Tekirdag•Milan ➜ Varna•Milan ➜ Bursa

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Cheapest one way flight

$73

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

7h 5m

09/02/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Milan to Istanbul departs on 09/02/2026, is operated by LC Busre SAC and costs $73

Cheapest round trip flight

$155

Ryanair

1 layover

23h 35m

06/25/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Milan to Istanbul departs on 06/25/2026, is operated by Ryanair and costs $155

The fastest flight

2h 40m

Fastest flight from Milan to Istanbul takes 2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:50 AM

Latest flight

7:45 PM

Average flight duration

2h 51m

Direct flights count

54

Distance

1661km

Timezone difference

2h

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $233

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $286

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1876

starting at $355

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

07/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1896

starting at $540

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

08/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1896

starting at $516

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

08/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1878

starting at $252

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $177

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1212

starting at $160

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TK1874

starting at $268

Milan — Istanbul

MIL — IST

09/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

PC1214

starting at $165

What is the cheapest price for flights from Milan to Istanbul?

The cheapest flight ticket from Milan to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $73

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Milan — Istanbul?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Milan to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Milan to Istanbul?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Milan to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: September, June, October.

How long does it take to fly from Milan to Istanbul?

The fastest flights from Milan to Istanbul start from 2 hours 40 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Milan to Istanbul?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Milan — Istanbul: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Valuair

Price dynamics

Tickets from Milan to Istanbul cost roughly the same any month. This is convenient: you can plan your trip based on your schedule rather than prices.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

There is a slight difference: it's a bit cheaper in September 2026–October 2026 (averaging $75) and slightly more in July 2026–August 2026 ($87). But overall, the difference is small.

Best time to buy

On this route, you don't need to target specific months — prices are stable. The difference between the cheapest and most expensive period is only 14%. Book whenever it's convenient.

Price predictability

Monthly price variation is just 8.4%. Ticket costs on this route are among the most predictable.

Cheap Flights from Milan to Istanbul — $73

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Cheapest flights from Milan to Istanbul

Cheapest one way flight

$73

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

7h 5m

09/02/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$155

Ryanair

1 layover

23h 35m

06/25/2026

The fastest flight

2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

6:50 AM

Latest flight

7:45 PM

Average flight duration

2h 51m

Direct flights count

54

Distance

1661km

Timezone difference

2h

Airfare from Milan to Istanbul by month

September 2026

on average:

$73

July 2026

on average:

$95

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Milan to Istanbul

Schedule of direct flights from Milan to Istanbul

Milan airports overview

Orio al Serio International Airport

Milano Linate Airport

Milano Malpensa Airport

Istanbul airports overview

Istanbul New Airport

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Milan to Istanbul

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$73

LC Busre SAC

1 layover

7h 5m

09/02/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$155

Ryanair

1 layover

23h 35m

06/25/2026

The fastest flight

2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Earliest flight

6:50 AM

Latest flight

7:45 PM

Average flight duration

2h 51m

Direct flights count

54

Distance