Cheap flights from Manchester to Istanbul
Istanbul is a four-hour hop from Manchester – a city break across two continents, and a handy connection point for onward flights to the Middle East and Asia.
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Cheapest vs typical fare
Recent return fares from Manchester to Istanbul. The gap is what comparing can save you.
“Typical” is the middle price among recent fares we found for this route. Prices change constantly and are not guaranteed.
Airlines on this route
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Manchester to Istanbul. One-stop options include other airlines with one stop in Europe. We compare them side by side with hundreds of travel sites, so you can see the cheapest option in one search.
Money-saving tip
Istanbul has two airports. Fares into Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) can be lower, but check how far it is from where you are staying.
Cheapest days to fly from Manchester to Istanbul
Day-by-day one-way prices from Manchester. Green days are cheapest. Tap a day to search that date.
Getting to Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport has its own railway station, around 15–20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly, and is also on the Metrolink tram network.
Best time to visit Istanbul
April–May and September–October are mild and less crowded. Summer is hot and busy; winter is cooler and often cheaper.
Before you travel, check the latest entry requirements and advice for Türkiye on GOV.UK foreign travel advice.
Manchester to Istanbul flights: your questions
How long is the flight from Manchester to Istanbul?
Direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul take about 4 hours. Journeys with a stop take longer, depending on the connection.
Are there direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies direct from Manchester to Istanbul. One-stop options include other airlines with one stop in Europe.
Which airport do flights leave from?
Flights leave from Manchester Airport (MAN). Manchester Airport has its own railway station, around 15–20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly, and is also on the Metrolink tram network. In Istanbul, you arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), with some flights to Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Istanbul?
It changes from year to year. The price calendar on this page shows the lowest recent one-way fare from Manchester for each day, so you can spot the cheapest dates to go.
What is the time difference between the UK and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 2–3 hours ahead of the UK.
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