Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Milan.
Your MXP to SAW flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MXP and SAW:
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is R 1,132. A round-trip ticket is currently R 2,497. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MXP to SAW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MXP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Book a hotel near SAW if you're catching a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MXP to SAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.