Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Valencia Airport (VLC): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Valencia is one hour ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from three weekly Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport flights. The 08:50 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 17:15.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAN to VLC flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Valencia (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for MAN to VLC flights is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAN and VLC:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Valencia Airport (VLC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport flight is R 593. A return ticket right now is R 1,185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from MAN to VLC, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAN to VLC.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Valencia Airport (VLC)
If you have a late Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near VLC:
Pick up a Valencia Airport rental car and discover Valencia and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Valencia Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
Valencia Airport to the centre of Valencia has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Valencia Airport (VLC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Valencia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Valencia Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Valencia, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to VLC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Valencia, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 241 kilometres north to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 483 kilometres west of Valencia. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.