Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Manchester on eDreams?

Accepted Answer

At eDreams you will find flights from R306 to Manchester. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Manchester.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to Manchester?

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Airlines flying direct from South Africa to Manchester include:

Ryanair, with flights from Funchal, Prague and from Rome, for example.
Easyjet also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Amsterdam, Milan and Athens.

Airlines with indirect flights to Manchester include:

Ethiopian Airlines, which flies from Johannesburg, Cape Town or Harare.
Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, with flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as from Budapest.
Lufthansa, with flights from Johannesburg, Durban and also Cape Town.

Question 3

How long before a flight to Manchester should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to Manchester, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Manchester departing from over 24 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Manchester with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of Manchester’s airport?

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Manchester is served by 1 airport[s]. Manchester International operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 24 cities, such as Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is Manchester’s airport from the city centre?

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Manchester’s airport Manchester International is located 15 kms from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to Manchester’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 45.42 R per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Manchester International , the average price for the ride to Manchester centre is around 77.21 R per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Manchester. Pick your preferred car type and get from Manchester International to Manchester city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in Manchester?

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If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Manchester is in July, June and August, when the average temperature reaches 18.63 °C, while July, June and May are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 53.26 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Manchester during January, February or March to experience an average of 1.31 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during January, February and March, when the average precipitation in Manchester is 3.75 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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