IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,682 km
1,045 miles
MXP
Milan
Italy
Distance
1,682 km
1,045 mi / 908 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
293°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

IST MXP
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Malpensa International Airport
IATA Code IST MXP
ICAO Code LTFM LIMC
City Istanbul Milan
Country Turkey Italy
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Rome
Elevation 325 ft 768 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 45.630000, 8.730000

Istanbul (IST) to Milan (MXP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy is 1,682 kilometers (1,045 miles / 908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Italy. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Istanbul, it's 06:57 in Milan.

The return flight from Milan (MXP) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Malpensa International Airport (MXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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