Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Cardiff.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CWL to MAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CWL and MAN:
George Best Belfast City Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
£46 is the best price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Return flights start at £94. These prices may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CWL to MAN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CWL to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're getting in on a late Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and explore beyond Manchester's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to central Manchester has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport is January, 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.
When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CWL to MAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Manchester. Around 160 miles away to the south-east, popular attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 70 miles south of Manchester. No trip is complete without a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
