Cheap Flights from Manchester to Izmir

Flight Information

Thomas Cook Airlines offers direct cheap flights from Manchester to Izmir. For those who would rather fly indirect from Manchester to Izmir, Turkish, Lufthansa, and Aegean airlines offer fights with one stop in either Munich, Istanbul, or Athens. Manchester to Izmir flights depart from the Main Terminal of Manchester Airport (MAN) and land at Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) in Turkey.

As this is an international flight, it's recommended you arrive three hours before your flight's departure time to ensure you have time to go through security. To enter Izmir, Turkey, a valid passport, a visa, and a return ticket are required for British, USA, Canadian, Australian, and most other EU citizens. However, citizens of a few European countries can enter without a visa for up to 90 days.

Izmir Airport has an international and a domestic terminal. Passengers on flights from Manchester to Izmir disembark at the international terminal. Within the arrivals area is a tourist information desk. A lost-and-found office is available with a left-luggage area located in the international arrivals lounge. For communication, free Wi-Fi is available in the terminal though charges apply elsewhere. A post office is tucked in on the ground floor.

When taking cheap flights from Manchester to Izmir, visitors can commute to the city via public road and rail transport. Bus numbers 200, 202, and 204 serve Izmir airport. Also, seasonal shuttle buses operate between the city and the airport. Buses run with incoming flights. Taxis are found outside the airport terminal; however, be ready to bargain on the fare. In case of emergencies, Izmir airport has a first aid clinic. It also has mosques and prayer rooms which are open 24 hours a day. A multi-storey car park is available with space for 2,200 vehicles. Available car rentals include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, and Sixt.

Weather and Time

On average, Izmir has a temperature of 26 °C in July, the city’s hottest month. January, its coldest month, sees a low of 8 °C. This city receives an average of 144 millimetres of rain in December, the wettest month. August is the best time for a swim in the sea with a water temperature of 25 °C. Manchester sees a high of 16 °C in July and a low of 4 °C in January. This city receives 90 millimetres of rain per year.

The cities have a time difference of two hours, so when you land in Izmir, you'll need to set your watch ahead two hours.

Prepare for Local Customs

For overall living, dining, and entertainment expenses, Manchester is 75% more expensive than Izmir, Turkey.

Visitors are expected to comply with local customs and etiquette. Turkish citizens are either devout or conservative Muslims, so adhering to local dressing standards is appropriate. Hospitality is highly valued in Turkish culture. As a result, you are bound to receive at least one invitation for a cup of tea at a tea-house or at a local’s home. When looking for flights from Manchester to Izmir, take the time to understand local customs related to gift giving, greetings, alcoholic beverages, and dining etiquette.