Traveling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Belfast and Manchester follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Every week, there are 34 Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, opt for the 06:00 Ryanair UK flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Ryanair UK.
Your BFS to MAN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Manchester (and maybe even some other great corners of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport offered by this carrier.
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering BFS to MAN flights, with 68.0% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport. These are the top stopovers between BFS and MAN:
Geneva Airport
Lyon Airport
Ronaldsway Airport
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from BFS land on schedule 82% of the time.
To reach Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it takes about 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near BFS. Whether you have an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Book a hotel close to MAN if you have a late Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the center of Manchester has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BFS to MAN in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometers south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another favorite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometers south of Manchester. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham.

