Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 40 minutes.
Istanbul is five hours behind Manila, where Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to pick from. You can fly from MNL to IST at 04:50 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MNL to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Begin your trip at MNL and fly straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MNL to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Manila, MNL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MNL:
When it comes to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul
R 3,625 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is R 7,775. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from MNL to Istanbul, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from MNL to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Following your MNL to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MNL to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're eager to discover another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key reasons to visit.