Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Svalbard Airport (LYR): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MAN to LYR flight.
During popular months such as 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 an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport. Many passengers pass through Oslo Airport Gardermoen on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
£162 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. Return flights start at £255. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to LYR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAN to LYR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Consider booking a hotel near LYR if you have a late Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Svalbard Airport to central Longyearbyen has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 miles away.
When to fly to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Longyearbyen. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in June.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport for July if you want to visit Longyearbyen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to LYR in March if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF) on average.
Explore more of Norway
Barentsburg is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored once you've seen Longyearbyen. Around 25 miles away to the south-west, its best attractions include Barentsburg Pomor museum, The Orthodox Church and ART ARCTIC GALLERY.