Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Mogadishu is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Manchester.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MAN to MGQ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight is £374. A return plane ticket right now is £482. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to MGQ if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Hop off your Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfortable option that's not too far from MGQ, consider Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the centre of Mogadishu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mogadishu in February.
The warmest month in Mogadishu is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Mogadishu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to MGQ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Somalia
Baidoa is just one of the many cities in Somalia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mogadishu. Around 140 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Baidoa City Park, Masjidka Carabta-Baidoa and Beeraha Carabta.
Your trip through Somalia isn't complete without visiting Beledweyne. Bardaha Mosque is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 190 miles north of Mogadishu.