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Cheap flights from Manchester to Istanbul from £49

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — IST
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Istanbul are usually found in March or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£110

One-way from

£49

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£150
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 26/1-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 10m total
  • Manchester to Istanbul
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easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 2/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • Manchester to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£44 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Mon 8/1219:25MAN - IST
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1222:45IST - MAN
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£117
Wed 3/1207:15MAN - IST
Nonstop4h 10measyJet
Wed 10/1215:15IST - MAN
Nonstop4h 35measyJet
Deal found 24/11£118
Wed 3/1214:15MAN - SAW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1209:20SAW - MAN
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£118
Sun 7/1217:10MAN - SAW
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1206:00SAW - MAN
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£120
Wed 10/1212:40MAN - IST
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1222:45IST - MAN
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£121
Sat 29/1109:15MAN - SAW
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1212:00SAW - MAN
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£121
Tue 2/1214:15MAN - SAW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1218:45SAW - MAN
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£123
Thu 11/1207:10MAN - IST
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1215:50IST - MAN
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£125
Sat 6/1213:45MAN - SAW
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1217:55SAW - MAN
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£125
Wed 3/1214:15MAN - SAW
Nonstop4h 10mPegasus Airlines
Wed 10/1209:05SAW - MAN
Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 25/11£126
Sun 7/1217:10MAN - SAW
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1209:00SAW - MAN
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£127
Wed 3/1207:15MAN - IST
Nonstop4h 10measyJet
Mon 15/1215:50IST - MAN
Nonstop4h 35measyJet
Deal found 26/11£128

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - IST

MANIST

Manchester

Fri 6/2

14:45-21:50

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

11:35-16:35

1 stop8h 00m

£114

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Mon 2/3

17:30-15:00

1 stop18h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 6/3

13:20-22:45

1 stop12h 25m

£116

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Tue 6/1

05:50-20:15

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 28/1

10:25-19:45

1 stop12h 20m

£122

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - IST

MANIST

Manchester

Fri 23/1

14:45-21:50

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 30/1

10:10-09:15

2 stops26h 05m

£125

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Sat 6/12

13:45-07:55

1 stop15h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 20/12

17:55-23:35

1 stop8h 40m

£125

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Mon 12/1

06:50-20:00

1 stop10h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 14/1

10:25-19:45

1 stop12h 20m

£133

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Sat 6/12

14:15-21:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 20/12

06:40-08:05

Nonstop4h 25m

£135

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - IST

MANIST

Manchester

Tue 6/1

19:50-21:05

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 28/1

22:40-21:00

2 stops25h 20m

£138

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Mon 4/5

07:00-21:40

1 stop12h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 7/5

14:05-22:40

1 stop10h 35m

£142

ManchesterIstanbul

MAN - SAW

MANSAW

Manchester

Sat 10/1

14:15-21:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 16/1

09:00-10:25

Nonstop4h 25m

£142

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manchester to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul (average of £70). Flying from Manchester to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Istanbul in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Manchester to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Manchester to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

The most flights from MAN to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Manchester to Istanbul delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Manchester and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manchester to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Gulf Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, easyJet, andLufthansa from Manchester to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,848 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,594 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,060 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Istanbul?

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Manchester to Istanbul. 8 airlines have flights from Manchester to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Manchester to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 11 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Istanbul?

    Airlines like Pegasus Airlines fly from Manchester to Istanbul in about 4h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Manchester and Istanbul is about 1695 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on easyJet is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at £71. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £113 and £165, respectively. easyJet is currently priced 66% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Manchester to Istanbul?

    Consider easyJet (83%), IndiGo (68%) or Turkish Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Manchester to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Manchester to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay £1,227 for a flight from Manchester to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is £100 while the most popular route, (Manchester - Istanbul) is currently priced at £58.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Istanbul (average of £70). Flying from Manchester to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Manchester to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
easyJetCheapest£72Average£184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£116Average£184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£165Average£261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£180Average£242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£186Average£287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£186Average£214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£217Average£304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£228Average£297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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