Manchester, Greater Manchester to Espargos (MAN–SID) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAN–SID is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,765 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 3 | 320 | 6h15 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 788 | 5h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Espargos from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→SID | EMA→SID | BHX→SID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 53 mi | 66 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 6h 5m | 5h 50m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · SID: -01
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 4:00 PM in Espargos.
British passport holders enter Cape Verde visa-free for stays up to 30 days. The visa exemption was introduced in January 2019 for tourism purposes. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. Stays beyond 30 days require a visa extension from the Directorate of Immigration in Praia.
All travelers must register online at ease.gov.cv before arrival and pay a pre-registration airport security tax of EUR 30 (about $33). This is separate from any visa requirement and is mandatory for all nationalities. Complete the form at least 5 days before travel. You need proof of accommodation and a return ticket.
Direct flights from London Gatwick and Manchester to Sal (SID) or Boa Vista (BVC) run about 6 hours on TUI. Cape Verde uses the Cape Verdean escudo (CVE), fixed at 110.265 CVE per EUR 1. Euros are widely accepted in tourist resorts on Sal and Boa Vista. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals, but yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Tap water is not safe to drink on most islands.
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–SID Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to SID
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and TUI Airways. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to SID Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to SID is about 5 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,765 miles (4,449 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Aristides Pereira and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA), Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX) and Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (NCL).