Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Manchester

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About Airport

-Airport providing direct flights in Istanbul

Direct flights Istanbul to Manchester will depart from two airports in Istanbul, Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

-Airport in Manchester

Flights Istanbul to Manchester will land at Manchester Airport (MAN). 

-How to get to the airport in Istanbul?

Departing for flights Istanbul to Manchester, passengers can easily make their way from the city centre to either Istanbul Airport by taxi, private transfer or car rental. Below are transfer options for downtown to Istanbul Airport (IST):

From the city centre to Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), transport options include:

The privately-owned bus company Havabus leaves from Taksim Square and will only have a few stops along the way to the SAW airport. Bus tickets can be purchased in cash as you board or by Istanbulkart.

-Airport and terminal information in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST) is located on the European side of Istanbul, roughly 54 km or 34 miles northwest of the city. As one of two main international airports serving the city and its surrounding areas, the IST took the place of the now-closed Atatürk Airport in 2019. The IST currently has one terminal with 5 concourses (A, B, D, F, and G).

In contrast to the IST, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is situated in the Asian part of the city and about 32 km or 20 miles away from central Istanbul. As the second largest commercial airport in Turkey, the SAW has two terminals and is the hub for airlines like AnadoluJet and Pegasus Airlines.

-How to get downtown from the airport in Manchester?

After arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN) from flights Istanbul to Manchester, there are a few convenient transfer methods from the airport to the Manchester city centre.

Passengers can head outside the Arrivals Hall of all terminals for awaiting taxis 24/7. For the train, walk along the Skylink bridge from any terminal to the airport's train station (roughly 5-10 minutes on foot).

-Airport and terminal information in Manchester

As a major international airport in the U.K., Manchester Airport (MAN) is based about 13.9 km or 8.6 miles southwest of the centre. As the country's third busiest airport, the MAN has 3 passenger terminals - Terminals 1,2,3. There is a Skylink Walkway that connects all the terminals and other airport facilities like the train station. T1 and T2 take care of flights from numerous airlines to European and worldwide destinations, and T3 is the domestic terminal. Facilities available at Manchester Airport are free Wi-Fi, outside smoking areas, shops, drinking and dining venues, an escape lounge, a concord conference centre and faith and worship rooms.

About Airlines

-Which airlines providing the route?

A number of airlines operate around 16 flights Istanbul to Manchester per week. Passengers who prefer direct flights can choose from Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines. The most popular airline for this route is Turkish Airlines which flies one non-stop flight from Istanbul to Manchester on most days of the week. 

-Fastest direct flight

The fastest direct flight of 4 hours 5 minutes is only offered a couple of times a week, while the next shortest duration of 4 hours 10 minutes is run 1-3 times a day on most days of the week. Only Turkish Airlines offers direct flights Istanbul to Manchester of these fast durations. 

-Cheapest flight

According to Trip.com, the lowest price for flights Istanbul to Manchester direct is around £54, and flights Istanbul to Manchester return can be purchased for only £127. 

-Flight duration and distance

The average flight time is 4 hours 17 minutes from Istanbul to Manchester. The shortest duration is 4 hours 5 minutes, and the longest duration for direct flights Istanbul to Manchester is 4 hours 20 minutes. 

-Earliest and latest flights

The earliest flight departs from Istanbul (IST) at 07:25 and arrives in Manchester (MAN) at 09:35. The latest flight departs from Istanbul (SAW) at 21:00 and arrives in Manchester (MAN) at 23:20.

About Manchester

-Tourist attractions in Manchester

Manchester is known worldwide for its legendary football clubs, industrial revolutionary past and vibrant art and culture. For many visitors to the city, the number one stop is the iconic Old Trafford Stadium, home of Manchester United Football Club. Daily guided tours grant access to private boxes and the chance to get on the field. Manchester is an excellent place for history buffs. There are plenty of industrial heritage sites around town, e.g. historic canals, Castlefield, Peel Tower and Bolton Steam Museum. For anyone who fancies a spot of shopping, Manchester is filled with top-class retail malls and streets like the Manchester Arndale, Trafford Center, Market Street and Afflecks.

Popular hotels in Manchester

Check out Trip.com's hotel recommendations in Best Hotels in Manchester.

-Best time to visit Manchester

The best season to pay a visit to Manchester is between June and August. In fact, the hottest month is July, with an average high temperature of 22C or 71F. The coldest month is January, with an average daily high temperature of 4°C (39°F). If you don't like the rain, avoid October as it is the wettest month of the year.