Orlando to Manchester, Greater Manchester (MCO–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
MCO–MAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Virgin Atlantic and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 4,228 miles in approximately 8h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 12 | 333, 35K | 8h10-8h30 | SkyTeam | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→MAN | MLB→MAN | SRQ→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 47 mi | 104 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 2 | – |
| Flight time | 8h 20m | 8h | 7h 31m |
| Departure OTP | 98% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 11:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
MCO–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to MAN
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Virgin Atlantic and Aer Lingus. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MCO to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to MAN is about 8 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,228 miles (6,804 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dublin, London Heathrow and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Melbourne (MLB) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).