Manila, PhilippinesIstanbul, Turkey

Flights from Manila to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Manila (MNL) to Istanbul (IST) take about 11h 55m (9,137 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $538 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A Turkish Airlines aircraft flying amidst clouds over Istanbul, capturing travel's essence. — arriving in Istanbul

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Manila →4 lounges at Manila Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresIST to Istanbul: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Istanbul →34 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Manila to Istanbul

Carriers on MNL–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Manila to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $538 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $240. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$59028 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$337 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$5794 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$318 · 1 stop22 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$55225 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$259 · 1 stop24 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$56727 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$256 · 1 stop23 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$5383 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$240 · 1 stop2 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$58710 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$257 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$60823 Apr 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$358 · 1 stop10 Apr 2027
May 2027	$62830 May 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$423 · 1 stop30 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $240 in February 2027, against $318 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Manila to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Manila to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Manila to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Manila (MNL) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 11h 55m, covering 9,137 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Manila from Istanbul by air?

The great-circle distance between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 9,137 km (5,677 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Manila to Istanbul?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MNL–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Manila to Istanbul cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MNL–IST was $538 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 3 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Istanbul?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $240 one-way, against $423 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Manila to Istanbul?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $256 with one stop against $538 nonstop, a saving of $282. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Philippines to Turkey?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Istanbul?

Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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