Funchal to Manchester, Greater Manchester (FNC–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FNC–MAN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair, Jet2 and Britannia Airways Ltd. lead the route. The flight covers 1,597 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 4 | 73H | 3h50 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2 | 4 | 32Q, 73H | 4h05 | – | – | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 1 | 7S8 | 3h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FNC: WET · MAN: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Funchal, it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.
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.
FNC–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FNC to MAN
Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Britannia Airways Ltd., Ryanair and Jet2. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FNC to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FNC to MAN ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,597 miles (2,570 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SNN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.