Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Milan: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located.
With 28 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from IST to MXP is with Turkish Airlines at 21:50.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IST to Milan flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct Istanbul Airport to Milan ticket. Begin your trip at IST and arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Check out the deals with Turkish Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Milan.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from IST to Milan, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Milan
Rs16,894 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Milan flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs38,195. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap flights from IST to Milan, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Istanbul Airport to Milan tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to Milan by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Milan.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near MXP if you have a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Milan Malpensa Airport about one week before your flight from IST to Milan.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
After your flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Milan is roughly 48 kilometres from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near BGY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your IST to Milan flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BGY will save you money.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Step off your flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Milan is around 8 kilometres from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and typically takes 20 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near LIN. Settle in at one of these stays after your IST to Milan flight:
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from LIN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Milan
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Milan. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Milan in December.
The warmest month in Milan is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your Istanbul Airport to Milan plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to Milan in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Milan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Milan right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul Airport to Milan:
Teatro alla Scala and Leonardo's Last Supper Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Milan travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Milan Cathedral.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Turin is another standout destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No trip is complete without a visit to Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.