Travelling from Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Manchester is five hours ahead of George Town and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your GCM to MAN flight.
Flying during a peak month such as March? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between GCM and MAN include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Orlando International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport flight is R 8,279. A return plane ticket is currently R 16,321. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from GCM to MAN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from GCM to MAN.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM)
79.64% of flights taking off from Owen Roberts International Airport reach their destination on time.
The journey from the centre of George Town to Owen Roberts International Airport is around 3 kilometres. Look up Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Taking an early flight from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near GCM:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're landing on a late Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near MAN:
Pick up a Manchester Airport rental car and discover Manchester and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Manchester. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Manchester in January.
Book your flight from Owen Roberts International Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you want to explore Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GCM to MAN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Manchester, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its popular sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without visiting Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.