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Cheapest round-trip
$220
Typical prices: $291-$494
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Sat 12/8Wed 12/12
MAN - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$282
Typical prices: $288-$503
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/26Sun 12/2
MAN - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 4h 13m
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Avoid delays
Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 25% price drop
April
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Cheapest • Avg $325 (round-trip)
Dalaman (DLM)
Shortest trip • 7h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Istanbul (MAN-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manchester to Istanbul

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:45 pm - 9:15 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
10h 30m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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11:10 pm - 12:25 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
16h 15m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
$220Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Fri, Mar 5
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3:35 pm - 10:35 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
16h 00m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:30 am - 11:55 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
15h 25m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$227Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 15
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3:00 pm - 3:10 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
9h 10m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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4:45 pm - 11:55 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
10h 10m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$229Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Tue, Feb 23
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3:00 pm - 3:10 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
9h 10m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:30 am - 10:55 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
14h 25m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
$236Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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10:30 pm - 5:35 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
4h 05mnonstop
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2:30 pm - 3:50 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
4h 20mnonstop
$282Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:30 pm - 5:35 amMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
4h 05mnonstop
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8:15 am - 9:40 amIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
4h 25mnonstop
$283Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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10:45 am - 6:05 pmMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
4h 20mnonstop
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11:35 am - 12:55 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
4h 20mnonstop
$288Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
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12:15 pm - 10:45 pmMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
7h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$300Lufthansa
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:00 pm - 10:45 pmMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
26h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 pm - 10:45 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
6h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$346Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 am - 10:45 pmMAN  Manchester-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 am - 10:50 pmIST  Istanbul-MAN Manchester
19h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$376Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

•March and November are the cheapest months to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport at $283 round-trip.
•August ($517) and July ($491) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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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.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing 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 favorite 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. She will always choose the window seat.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

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.

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Key details for Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$105
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Manchester to Istanbul

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Your Manchester to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manchester to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 2:58 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 2:43 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 13m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Manchester to Istanbul Airport takes 4h 13m, covering 1,655 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport range from $291 to $494, with an average of $377 over the past 12 months. Anything below $291 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $377 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $325 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to $378 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Pakistan International Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Manchester to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Manchester to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Manchester to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Manchester to Istanbul Airport route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 08m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $325 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $404, a difference of $79.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Manchester and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manchester to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Dalaman (DLM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 21m, compared with 7h 25m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 7h 47m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 3 hours ahead of Manchester (Turkey Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $325, about $79 less than Sunday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Istanbul Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $283 round-trip in that month - typically $234 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with easyJet. Over the past three months, 86% of easyJet flights from Manchester to Istanbul Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 08m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kastrup Copenhagen Airport (CPH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $325 round-trip on this route - about $53 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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