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Cheapest return fare
£157
Typical prices: £201-£372
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/12Thu 3/12
MAN - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£182
Typical prices: £127-£235
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/2Tue 16/2
MAN - IST • Direct
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Turkish Airlines offers free Wi-Fi messaging via Miles & Smiles on this route.
easyJet Standard Plus adds Speedy Boarding and an overhead cabin bag.
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 4h 12m
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg £222 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 51m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Istanbul (MAN-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Istanbul

Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 09:15MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
10h 30m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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09:55 - 18:10IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
11h 15m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£157Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
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12:35 - 00:20MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
8h 45m1 stop Tirana Rinas
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08:15 - 14:30IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
9h 15m1 stop Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt
£160Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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17:25 - 16:55MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
20h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:00 - 08:20IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
17h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£178KLM
Sun, 6 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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20:45 - 16:55MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:00 - 22:05IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
7h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£178KLM
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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22:30 - 05:35MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
4h 05mdirect
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08:15 - 09:40IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
4h 25mdirect
£182Turkish Airlines
Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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22:30 - 05:35MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
4h 05mdirect
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08:15 - 09:40IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
4h 25mdirect
£193Turkish Airlines
Sun, 25 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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17:45 - 02:05MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
6h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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03:45 - 09:45IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
8h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£197Lufthansa
Sun, 25 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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17:45 - 02:05MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
6h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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03:45 - 09:45IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
8h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£198Lufthansa
Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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11:55 - 00:50MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
9h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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08:25 - 15:35IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
10h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
£200British Airways
Fri, 19 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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09:15 - 01:10MAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
12h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:45 - 22:15IST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
6h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
£235British Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Manchester usually cost between £143 and £229 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £157 on Multiple Airlines (1 Dec–3 Dec).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Istanbul Airport on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost £171 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £349 and £349 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

No, with an average price for the route of £321, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

To get a below average price on the flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Manchester to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines and MAN

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Istanbul Airport

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£76
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What family facilities are there at Istanbul Airport?

    If you are travelling with infants on your flight from Manchester to Istanbul, you should know that there are specific baby care areas around the airport and there are nursing rooms located near most bathrooms if needed. Older kids can spend some time at Playland, which is a playground airside of the Departures Hall.

  • Where can I purchase lira at Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish lira is the local currency and if you need to convert your Pounds Sterling upon arrival of your flight from Manchester to Istanbul, there are a few places you can go. Denizbank and Ziraat Bank both operate ATMs landside of the International Terminal, which can be used when you arrive and upon departure.

  • How can I get to Taksim Square from Istanbul Airport?

    Taksim Square lies in the heart of Istanbul city centre and there is a public bus that connects it with the airport. Simply purchase an Istanbulkart transport card and ride the IST-19 bus to the city. In addition, taxis are available for about ₺ 200 (£27), or you can hire a car from one of the airport providers.

  • Are there any Istanbul hotels that provide a free airport shuttle?

    Yotel Istanbul Airport is in the heart of the airport complex, negating the need for shuttle service. That said, there are a few hotels that provide complimentary airport shuttle service for its clients in Istanbul. Dersaadet Hotel Istanbul and Best Point Hotel are two nearby accommodation options offering the service.

  • Where can I stay in hotels at Manchester Airport (MAN)?

    If you have an early flight, staying at a hotel the night before you depart can be a good idea. For example, there is Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport. This hotel is open 24/7, so you can arrive at a time suitable for you. You can request a wake-up call in the morning too, so you don’t sleep in.

  • What other cities does Manchester Airport serve?

    Not only does Manchester Airport serve passengers from Manchester, but it is also very convenient for travellers from other nearby cities. For instance, you can drive to the airport from Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield in around 50 minutes, 1h 5min and 1h 20min respectively.

  • How can I lower my carbon emissions by taking a specific flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    If you want a flight that is better for the environment, you can use the KAYAK search filter to find a flight that emits fewer carbon emissions. For instance, Lufthansa goes from Manchester to Istanbul releasing about 68% less carbon dioxide than the industry standard.

  • What cities can I travel to from Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Once you land at Istanbul Airport, you can travel to a range of nearby towns and cities. For instance, you can drive to Corlu in about 1h 10min, Tekirdag in around 1h 25min and Silivri in approximately 45 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport was £76 for a one-way ticket and £157 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    On your way to Istanbul Airport, you’ll fly out from Manchester. You’ll be landing at Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Manchester to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and Istanbul Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    There are direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Istanbul, KLM or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Istanbul are KLM and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of £318 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £305 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Manchester is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Manchester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Manchester? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £279 or less one-way and £563 or less round-trip.
  • Travellers on flights from Manchester to Istanbul will be interested to know that they will be arriving at the brand new Istanbul Havalimani Airport (IST), otherwise known as Istanbul Airport, which replaces Istanbul Ataturk as the main international airport in Turkey and is the hub for flagship carrier Turkish Airlines.
  • The recently opened Food Courts at Istanbul Airport have a varied selection of stores to suit many tastes. Sbarro and Burger King are two well-known fast-food chains, while Brewmark and Starbucks are popular places for coffee. If you prefer a local menu, then you can try Cay Saati or Tadinda Anadolu.
  • If you are pressed for time at Manchester Airport (MAN) or would rather not deal with long lines after the check-in counter, why not consider using the Fast Track service, which can speed your way through passport control and security? For a small fee (approx. £5 per service), you can access dedicated queues to save you lots of time.
  • Need help navigating your way around Manchester Airport? Why not remove the stress and hassle of searching by downloading the interactive airport maps onto your mobile phone, allowing you to easily locate restaurants and shops as well as give you details on all the facilities and services available at the airport.
  • The World Duty Free shop at Manchester Airport is a great place to visit for any last minute cosmetics or tobacco items that you may need for your trip to Turkey. Boots chemist is also on hand for any sunscreen or other skincare products required for the warm spring climate of Istanbul.
  • If you have a mobility issue or a disability that requires assistance during your transit through the terminal, you can contact your airline. This should be done at least 48 hours before take-off, so the airline can provide you with the necessary help.
  • UK citizens can travel to Turkey for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. For stays that are longer than this, you will need to apply for a visa prior to travelling. You must also have six months left on your passport from the day you enter Turkey.

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