Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes.
Istanbul is three hours ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 11 Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, go for the 11:30 Pegasus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:45 with Pegasus.
To ensure you get on your MAN to SAW flight, allow 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.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Pegasus. This popular airline has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Pegasus.
Among carriers operating MAN to SAW flights, Pegasus has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAN and SAW:
Sofia Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
ج.م. 4,046 is the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 8,751. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from MAN to SAW by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel close to SAW if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Istanbul in April.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAN to SAW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
