Flying from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Beijing. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN) taking off from here.
11 hours is the average duration of a direct Beijing to Manchester Airport flight.
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Beijing. Manchester Airport is located in Manchester.
The most popular route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Manchester Airport (MAN). There are 6 direct services every week. Hainan Airlines operates a 2:55am departure between PEK and MAN.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Beijing to MAN.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Get there in one go from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Nonstop flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN) are available from here.
When taking off from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport with Hainan Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PEK and MAN is Hainan Airlines.
Among carriers operating on this route, Hainan Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Beijing to MAN leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can reach PKX from central Beijing in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to MAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 87% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Manchester Airport (MAN)
Have a late flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MAN and get cosy, quick:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Beijing to Manchester Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to central Manchester is about 14 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN)
₹ 28,026 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Manchester Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 58,858. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to MAN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Beijing to Manchester Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Manchester. August is when most people book flights from Beijing to Manchester Airport (MAN), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Beijing to MAN plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Manchester to range from 9ºC to 23ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Manchester Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Manchester
After booking your flight from Beijing to Manchester Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manchester:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are top sights which should be on every Manchester itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Manchester, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres southeast to London to check off its leading sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 105 kilometres south of Manchester. No trip is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
