Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport.
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Manchester one hour behind Frankfurt.
Each week, there are 24 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your FRA to MAN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Manchester (and perhaps some other great parts of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates FRA to MAN flights, with 75.69% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and MAN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Right now, $157 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $264. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from FRA to MAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from FRA to MAN.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of the departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
To reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near FRA? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're coming in on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manchester and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Manchester. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Manchester based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to visit Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 23ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to MAN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Manchester, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its popular sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham.






