Manchester, Greater Manchester to Paphos (MAN–PFO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAN–PFO is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. TUI Airways, Jet2.com and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 2,120 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 7 | 788, 789, 7M8, 7S8 | 4h19-4h35 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 7 | 32Q, 73H | 4h27-4h45 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 5 | 7M8 | 4h40 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 4 | 320 | 4h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Paphos from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→PFO | LPL→PFO | LBA→PFO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 24 mi | 44 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 3 | 4 |
| Flight time | 4h 35m | 4h 44m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · PFO: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 8:00 PM in Paphos.
British passport holders enter Cyprus visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry (Cyprus applies a stricter validity rule than most EU states). A passport, not a national ID card, is required for UK nationals post-Brexit.
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Direct flights from London to Larnaca (LCA) or Paphos (PFO) run about 4 hours 30 minutes. Multiple airlines operate year-round including British Airways, Wizz Air, easyJet, and Ryanair. Cyprus uses the euro. The UK retains two Sovereign Base Areas (Akrotiri and Dhekelia) on the island, but these have no separate immigration process for visitors. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Crossing to Northern Cyprus from the Republic is possible at several checkpoints with your passport.
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–PFO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to PFO
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Paphos International Airport (PFO) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways, Jet2.com, Ryanair and easyJet. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAN to PFO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to PFO is about 4 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,120 miles (3,412 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Budapest Liszt Ferenc and Rhodes. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL), Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA) and Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA).