Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SAW to MXP flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SAW and MXP include:
Vienna International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Currently, P3,643 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P7,467. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAW to MXP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAW to MXP by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, data shows 76.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to SAW:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MXP:
Grab a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and explore Milan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Milano Malpensa Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport to the centre of Milan has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Milan. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you want to visit Milan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to MXP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Milan, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its leading attractions. From Colosseum to World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
