Manchester, Greater Manchester to Charleroi (MAN–CRL) — 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–CRL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 350 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 21 | 73H | 1h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charleroi from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→CRL | NCL→CRL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 119 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · CRL: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 7:00 PM in Charleroi.
British passport holders enter Belgium (and the entire Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can request proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds (Belgium suggests EUR 95 per day). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen states. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Eurostar from London St Pancras to Brussels-Midi takes 2 hours. Direct flights from London to Brussels run about 1 hour 10 minutes. Belgium uses the euro. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Post-Brexit, UK nationals go through non-EU passport lanes at Brussels Airport and at Eurostar terminals. A UK driving license is valid for short visits.
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–CRL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to CRL
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAN to CRL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to CRL is about 1 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 350 miles (562 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Palma de Mallorca, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (NCL).