Manchester, Greater Manchester to Grenoble (MAN–GNB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–GNB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 649 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 2 | 73H | 2h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Grenoble from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→GNB | BHX→GNB | LTN→GNB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 66 mi | 130 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 2 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 40m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: GMT · GNB: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 7:00 PM in Grenoble.
British passport holders enter France visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. 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. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 65 per day if staying in a hotel, EUR 32.50 per day if staying with a host, per the French consular tariff). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. French overseas territories (Martinique, Guadeloupe, Reunion, French Guiana, Mayotte) have separate entry conditions. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Paris run about 1 hour 15 minutes, with Eurostar at 2 hours 15 minutes city center to city center. Budget carriers serve dozens of French airports from UK regionals. France uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits. The Eurostar and Le Shuttle (car train) from Folkestone clear both UK and French immigration at the UK terminal before departure, so passport checks happen on the British side.
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–GNB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to GNB
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to GNB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to GNB ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 649 miles (1,044 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via WAW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX), Luton, Luton (LTN) and Bristol (BRS).