Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between CWL and MAN:
George Best Belfast City Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within United Kingdom. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from CWL to MAN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport is $138. The cheapest price for a return flight is $202. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from CWL to MAN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a ticket from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Cardiff, Cardiff Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near CWL. Whether you have an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MAN if you have a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Manchester based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CWL to MAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Manchester
Once you've locked in your flights from CWL to MAN, you'll want to find a place to stay in Manchester. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Manchester Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and The John Rylands Library are must-visits when exploring Manchester.
Complete your Manchester trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Manchester Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Manchester.
