Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 12 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul is five hours behind Manila and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from MNL to IST start at 04:55 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 21:35 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are 17 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Your MNL to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MNL and IST:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, $339 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $675. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MNL to IST.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MNL to IST.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MNL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab 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 you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
When reserving your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to IST sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among the biggest draws.
