Flying from Seattle to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to MAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to MAN departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can reach PAE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to MAN flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving on schedule.
About Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Manchester Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MAN:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around four weeks before your Seattle to Manchester Airport flight.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Central Manchester is roughly 14 kilometres from Manchester Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Manchester Airport is $409. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,161. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to MAN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Seattle to Manchester Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Seattle to Manchester Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Manchester Airport (MAN). Visit Manchester in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Seattle to MAN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Manchester Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Manchester
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Manchester right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Manchester Airport:
Your Manchester trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you want to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 105 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.