Flying from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, making Manchester one hour behind Brussels.
Flights from BRU to MAN start at 09:55 — the earliest with Brussels Airlines. The last departure is at 21:30 with Brussels Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your BRU to MAN flight.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Brussels Airlines is your gateway to exploring Manchester (and perhaps some other great corners of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Brussels Airlines on this route.
Brussels Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BRU to MAN flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BRU and MAN:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is R 844. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,717. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from BRU to MAN, reserve your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BRU to MAN.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
When it comes to Brussels International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Brussels to Brussels International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BRU:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're arriving on a late Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice to explore Manchester and beyond.
Booking your ride from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Manchester. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your flights from Brussels International Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRU to MAN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 113 kilometres south of Manchester, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham.