Travelling from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Beijing has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN) flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Approximately 10 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport.
Manchester is 8 hours behind Beijing. Manchester Airport is located in Manchester, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Hainan Airlines at 03:15. Choose the first PEK to MAN departure with Hainan Airlines at 02:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Beijing to MAN. 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 July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN) operate from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport with Hainan Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from PEK.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Beijing to MAN with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PEK and MAN include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) offers direct flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN).
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to MAN can be booked with Hainan Airlines.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport, browse these options when setting off from Daxing International Airport:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is approximately 56 kilometres away.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to MAN:
About Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Manchester. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Manchester Airport is $571. The cheapest price for a return flight is $902. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Beijing to MAN then.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Beijing to Manchester Airport, schedule your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to see the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Beijing to MAN. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN)
February is the quietest time to travel to Manchester. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Manchester. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Beijing to MAN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Manchester
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Manchester right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Manchester Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and The John Rylands Library are must-do's during your Manchester adventure.
Complete your Manchester trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Manchester. Explore the deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.