What percentage of Manchester to Istanbul flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 41.4% of flights from Manchester to Istanbul have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days was 1. This indicates that while direct flights are a significant portion, many travelers on this route will encounter at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How long does it take to fly from Manchester to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Manchester to Istanbul has a median duration of 4 hours and 5 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 8 hours and 35 minutes. The air distance between Manchester and Istanbul is approximately 2667 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

How often do Manchester to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Manchester to Istanbul route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common characteristic of this route. Those monitoring prices over a 30-day window may observe these frequent changes.

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Manchester to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Istanbul

Flights from Manchester to Istanbul typically range from $191–$367, with a median fare of $232. Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level. Approximately 35% of recent fares for this route have been classified as a good price, indicating a reasonable chance to find cheap flights from Manchester to Istanbul. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to secure a favorable fare.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Istanbul, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $149. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $175, and September presents another cost-effective option with a median of $177. These months generally provide better value for travelers.

For this route, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 41.4% of recent fares being direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix means you have options for both direct and connecting services.

A typical journey from Manchester to Istanbul takes approximately 4h 5m, including connections. For those opting for non-stop flights, the median flight time is also around 4h 5m. Connecting itineraries, however, have a longer median journey of 8h 45m, reflecting the additional time involved with layovers.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Istanbul

Regular price: £160 - £422

Prices for flights from Manchester to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Istanbul is typically between 160 GBP and 422 GBP. The current lowest deal is 116 GBP with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Jan 21-Jan 27.

now £116

Low £160

High £422

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $149. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $418. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from £149

June

Most Expensive

Flights from £418

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Istanbul

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£337

£224

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£345

£230

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£344

£214

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£412

£252

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£421

£264

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£414

£269

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Istanbul

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

£367 → £198

46%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£391 → £224

43%

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

£412 → £252

39%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£421 → £264

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Istanbul

Manchester - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $116

Recent fares from Manchester to Istanbul are below the typical level, with prices at $116.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Istanbul, with a median price of $149.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 5m

Direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul typically take 4h 5m, while connecting flights average 8h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Two airlines offer direct flights

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights, accounting for 41.4% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines has a recent deal for $116

Pegasus Airlines recently offered a deal for $116 from Manchester to Istanbul (SAW) for January 21-27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Istanbul are frequent, appearing often in 30-day windows.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£115

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Manchester to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~£115

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~£161

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, booking flights from Manchester to Istanbul 60 or more days in advance typically yields the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was around $209. In contrast, booking 28-59 days out saw average prices of $210. Flights booked closer to departure, such as 0-6 days prior, had a significantly higher average price of $283, indicating that last-minute bookings are generally more expensive for this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Manchester to Istanbul is typically around $191 or less. The median price for this route has been $232. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $367 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $191 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Manchester to Istanbul include February, April, and September. February typically has a median price of $149, while April and September show median prices of $175 and $177, respectively. These prices are notably lower than the annual median of $232 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Manchester to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Istanbul

Regular price: £160 - £422

Prices for flights from Manchester to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Istanbul is typically between 160 GBP and 422 GBP. The current lowest deal is 116 GBP with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Jan 21-Jan 27.

now £116

Low £160

High £422

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Istanbul

February

Cheapest

Flights from £149

June

Most Expensive

Flights from £418

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Istanbul

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£337

£224

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£345

£230

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£344

£214

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£412

£252

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£421

£264

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Istanbul

Manchester (MAN) - Istanbul (IST)

SunExpress

£414

£269

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Istanbul

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

£367 → £198

46%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£391 → £224

43%

4 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 5

£412 → £252

39%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£421 → £264

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Istanbul