MXP
Milan
Italy
1,742 km
1,082 miles
SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
1,742 km
1,082 mi / 940 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Rome
Heading
100°
east

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MXP SAW
Airport Name Malpensa International Airport Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
IATA Code MXP SAW
ICAO Code LIMC LTFJ
City Milan Istanbul
Country Italy Turkey
Timezone Europe/Rome Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 768 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 45.630000, 8.730000 40.900000, 29.310000

Milan (MXP) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,742 kilometers (1,082 miles / 940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 100°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:20 in Milan, it's 15:20 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 294° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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