Santorini Island to Manchester, Greater Manchester (JTR–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JTR–MAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. TUI Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,774 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | 7M8 | 4h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Santorini Island
| Metric | JTR→MAN | HER→MAN | KGS→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JTR | – | 75 mi | 94 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 16 | 5 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 4h 15m | 4h 25m |
Travel Essentials
JTR: EEST · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Santorini Island, it's 4:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Greek passport holders do not need a visa for the UK for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2, 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 20, allows multiple entries over 2 years, and is linked to your passport. Apply through the UK ETA app. Most approvals come through within minutes.
A valid passport is required. Greek national ID cards are not accepted for UK entry.
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.
JTR–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JTR to MAN
Santorini International Airport (JTR) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
JTR to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JTR to MAN ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,774 miles (2,855 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via LYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Heraklion (HER), Kos Island (KGS) and Souda (CHQ).