Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport.
Faro and Manchester are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from FAO to MAN start at 06:10 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 21:40 with Ryanair. In total, there are 33 weekly Faro Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your FAO to MAN flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Manchester (and then other destinations in United Kingdom) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers FAO to MAN flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between FAO and MAN:
Bilbao Airport
Dublin Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £22. A return fare right now is £55. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from FAO to MAN, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from FAO to MAN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the departures from Faro Airport, 76.66% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to FAO:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're coming in on a late Faro Airport to Manchester Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MAN:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and discover Manchester and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Manchester. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Faro Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to MAN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Manchester, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 160 miles south-east to London to tick off its must-visit sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 70 miles south of Manchester, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
