Manchester, Greater Manchester to Belfast (MAN–BFS) — 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.
MAN–BFS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 184 miles in approximately 1h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 32 | 319, 320 | 1h | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 14 | 73H | 1h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Belfast from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→BFS | LPL→BFS | LBA→BFS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 24 mi | 44 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 46 | 35 | 8 |
| Flight time | 1h | 0h 50m | 1h |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · BFS: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 6:00 PM in Belfast.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–BFS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to BFS
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Belfast International Airport (BFS) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and Ryanair UK. With 46 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAN to BFS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to BFS is about 1 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 184 miles (295 km). There are approximately 46 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 88 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam and Il Caravaggio. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL), Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA) and Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA).