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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 4,940 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,940, select.
Istanbul.R 4,956 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,956, select.
Istanbul.R 5,036 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,036, select.
Istanbul.R 5,317 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,317, select.
Istanbul.R 5,461 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,461, select.
Istanbul.R 5,722 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,722, select.
Istanbul.R 5,723 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,723, select.
Istanbul.R 5,727 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Cebu Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cebu Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,727, 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 November.
May
from R 6,340
Jun
from R 5,461
Jul
from R 5,723
Aug
from R 6,155
Sep
from R 5,317
Oct
from R 5,036
Nov
from R 4,940
Dec
from R 4,956
Jan
from R 6,060
Feb
from R 5,722
Mar
from R 5,727
Apr
from R 7,251

Direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul

Alternative Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Manila to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,940
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time12 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week11

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

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul is R 10,159. 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 44 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 May 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,159.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 44 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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, China Southern and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul is 11 hours 20 minutes.

  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is five hours behind Manila.

  • The busiest route is from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 04:50 departure between MNL and IST.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your MNL to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your journey at MNL and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Take to the skies with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul.

  • We make it easy to book flight tickets from MNL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • The journey from central Manila to MNL takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MNL:

  • 70.07% of flights leaving from Ninoy Aquino International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul

  • R 4,940 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,159. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap flights from MNL to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from MNL to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from MNL to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your MNL to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Istanbul in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MNL to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Manila to Istanbul

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