Manchester, Greater Manchester to Gdańsk (MAN–GDN) — 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–GDN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 845 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Gdańsk from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→GDN | LBA→GDN | NCL→GDN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 44 mi | 119 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 2h 15m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · GDN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 7:00 PM in Gdańsk.
British passport holders enter Poland (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 at Schengen borders since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, though border officers can request proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (roughly PLN 300 per day, about EUR 70, is the official guideline though rarely enforced for UK nationals). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Warsaw Chopin (WAW) run about 2 hours 30 minutes on LOT Polish Airlines and British Airways. Krakow (KRK), Gdansk (GDN), and Wroclaw (WRO) all have direct UK flights on Ryanair and Wizz Air from multiple airports. Poland uses the Polish zloty (PLN), trading at roughly 4.1 PLN per $1. Card payments are accepted nearly everywhere, including small shops and market stalls. No vaccination requirements. Uber and Bolt both operate in major Polish cities and are cheaper than taxis. Jakdojade is the local public transport app covering all major cities.
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–GDN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to GDN
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Ryanair UK. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to GDN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to GDN is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 845 miles (1,360 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, Amsterdam and Václav Havel. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA), Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (NCL) and Luton, Luton (LTN).