Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Manchester is one hour behind Madrid and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 14 weekly Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAD to MAN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport. When you're ready to start your Manchester adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of the United Kingdom:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
With 69.9% of its services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating MAD to MAN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAD and MAN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Nantes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Right now, $27 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $89. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to MAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MAD to MAN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and chase adventure across Manchester and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Manchester. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Madrid Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to MAN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres south-east of Manchester, a visit to London will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham.