Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 11 hours 30 minutes.
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, making Manila five hours ahead of Istanbul.
Take your pick of 17 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights. The 02:10 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 05:35.
To ensure you get on your IST to MNL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Manila — and maybe even more of Philippines if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between IST and MNL include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight is 262 €. A round-trip fare right now is 477 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to MNL, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near IST:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Manila based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to MNL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Philippines
You've done Manila, now it's time to explore more of Philippines. Journey about 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to tick off its top sights. From Pinky Spikes to Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard, your itinerary will be busy.
Taguig is another well-known destination in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without visiting Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.