Manchester, Greater Manchester to Pendik, Istanbul (MAN–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–SAW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Pegasus leads the route. The flight covers 1,696 miles in approximately 4h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus Also: XY | 14 | 320, 321 | 4h05 | – | – | XY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Pendik, Istanbul from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→SAW | BHX→SAW | BRS→SAW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 66 mi | 137 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 14 | 3 |
| Flight time | 4h 5m | 3h 50m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 8:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
British passport holders need an eVisa to enter Turkey. The eVisa costs $61.40 (card only), is processed instantly, and allows multiple entries for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period over a 6-month validity. Apply at evisa.gov.tr. The site is the only official source; third-party sites charge markups. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
The eVisa application takes about 3 minutes. You need a valid email address and a debit or credit card. No supporting documents, photographs, or hotel bookings are required. Print or save a digital copy of the eVisa. For work or study, a separate visa from the Turkish consulate is required. Overstaying triggers fines (up to TRY 1,000) and potential entry bans.
Direct flights from London to Istanbul (IST) run about 3 hours 45 minutes. Turkish Airlines, British Airways, easyJet, and Pegasus operate the route. Flights to Dalaman, Antalya, and Bodrum are seasonal from multiple UK airports. The Turkish lira (TRY) trades at roughly 38 TRY per $1. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Istanbul has two airports: IST (main international hub, European side) and SAW (Sabiha Gokcen, Asian side, budget carriers). They are 80 to 100 km apart.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to SAW
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAN to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to SAW ranges from 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,696 miles (2,729 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SOF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX) and Bristol (BRS).