Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Svalbard Airport (LYR): what you need to know
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Finding a stopover for flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport is simple with our search tool. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Oslo Airport Gardermoen is a popular stopover when travelling from MAN to LYR.
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Norway. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before organising your cheap ticket from MAN to LYR, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
Arriving at Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LYR if you're taking a late flight from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
More about Longyearbyen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Longyearbyen right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from MAN to LYR:
North Pole Expedition Museum and Galleri Svalbard are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Longyearbyen must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Svalbard Brewery.
Getting from Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Svalbard Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Longyearbyen. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 5 minutes.
Complete your Longyearbyen trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Svalbard Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Longyearbyen getaway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport is $331. The cheapest price for a return flight is $522. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from MAN to LYR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding flight tickets from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
When to fly to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Longyearbyen in November.
The warmest month in Longyearbyen is July, with temperatures ranging between 1 ºC and 9 ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Svalbard Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to LYR in March. Temperatures average between -22 ºC and -6 ºC then.