Flying from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport.
Madeira and Manchester are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are six Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, select the 06:00 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:50 with Jet2.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FNC to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport, so jetting to Manchester (and then seeing more parts of the United Kingdom!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating FNC to MAN flights, Ryanair leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FNC and MAN include:
Lisbon Airport
Porto Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
At the moment, $33 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $77. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FNC to MAN.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madeira Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Madeira Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madeira. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near FNC:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAN if you have a late Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Manchester Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal 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 the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Madeira Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FNC to MAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Manchester, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its leading attractions. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham are key highlights.