Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 27 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Paris.
Paris is 1 hour ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 65 weekly flights between the two airports, Manchester Airport (MAN) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 05:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from MAN to CDG is with easyJet at 20:25.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from MAN to Paris. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly directly to Paris departing from MAN. Touch down at any of these hubs on your flight from Manchester Airport to Paris:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Manchester Airport to Paris include:
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from MAN to Paris with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Manchester Airport to Paris.
Travelling from central Manchester to MAN takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Paris
RM70 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Paris. A return flight starts from RM138. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from MAN to Paris by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Manchester Airport to Paris. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you're catching a late flight from Manchester Airport to Paris. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Manchester Airport to Paris has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 34 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 57 minutes.
After your flight from MAN to Paris, kick back at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Paris in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Paris in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAN to Paris sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Paris right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Paris and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Paris.