Zaventem to Manchester, Greater Manchester (BRU–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.
BRU–MAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Lynx Air leads the route. The flight covers 333 miles in approximately 1h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Lynx Air Also: A3, NH | 6 | 319 | 1h25 | – | Star Alliance | A3, NH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→MAN | CRL→MAN | EIN→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 30 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 21 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 23m | 1h 25m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 5:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Belgian passport holders can visit the UK for up to 6 months without a visa but must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and covers multiple trips. Apply through the UK ETA app. Most approvals come through in minutes.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
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.
BRU–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to MAN
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Lynx Air. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BRU to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to MAN is about 1 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 333 miles (536 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 27 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, London Heathrow and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Charleroi (CRL), Eindhoven (EIN) and Amsterdam (AMS).