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      Compare Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul flight deals

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      Flight deals from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,200. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Istanbul.R 4,966 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,966, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,116 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,116, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,303 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,303, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,414 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,414, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,848 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,848, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,873 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,873, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,899 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,899, select.
      Istanbul.R 6,171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,171, select.
      Istanbul.R 6,188 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,188, select.
      Istanbul.R 6,265 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,265, select.
      Istanbul.R 6,670 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 May.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,670, select.
      Istanbul.R 7,258 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,258, select.
      Istanbul.R 11,155 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,155, select.
      Istanbul.R 11,171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,171, select.
      Istanbul.R 11,171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,171, select.
      Istanbul.R 12,231 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,231, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Jul
      from R 5,848
      Aug
      from R 5,899
      Sep
      from R 5,116
      Oct
      from R 4,966
      Nov
      from R 5,303
      Dec
      from R 5,873
      Jan
      from R 6,188
      Feb
      from R 5,414
      Mar
      from R 6,171
      Apr
      from R 6,265
      May
      from R 6,670
      Jun
      from R 7,258

      Direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul

      Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

      Istanbul Sabiha

      30km from central Istanbul
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      Istanbul

      34km from central Istanbul
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      Manila to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 4,966
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time12 hrs, 55 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week13

      Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul is R 8,349. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      12 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines and Philippine Airlines fly direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul.
      As of July 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 30 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 55 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Air China and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

      • Take a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 55 minutes.

      • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul five hours behind Manila.

      • Flights from MNL to IST start from 04:50 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:35 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are seven weekly Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MNL to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

      • Flying during a peak time like May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this airline.

      • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Turkish Airlines.

      • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MNL and IST include:

        • Dubai Airport

        • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

        • Hamad International Airport

      Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)

      • 72% of flights that take off from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport land at their destination on schedule.

      • Central Manila to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

      • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

      • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MNL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

      Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

      Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

      • Istanbul Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

      • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

      When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • August is the busiest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Istanbul in March.

      • Lock in your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

      • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to IST sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

      • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Manila to Istanbul

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.