Brindisi to Manchester, Greater Manchester (BDS–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BDS–MAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 1,287 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 2 | 7M8 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Brindisi
| Metric | BDS→MAN | BRI→MAN | TIA→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BDS | – | 70 mi | 106 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h 20m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BDS: CEST · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Brindisi, it's 5:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Italian passport holders enter the UK visa-free for stays of up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is required before travel. Apply through the UK ETA app or online portal. The ETA costs GBP 20, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
BDS–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BDS to MAN
Brindisi Airport (BDS) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BDS to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BDS to MAN is about 3 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,287 miles (2,071 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Venice Marco Polo, Il Caravaggio and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bari (BRI), Rinas (TIA) and Kerkyra (Corfu) (CFU).