Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport.
Bratislava is one hour ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from MAN to BTS start at 06:15 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 17:45 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up 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 BTS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Ryanair has direct flights from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Bratislava — and maybe even more of Slovakia if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating MAN to BTS flights, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MAN and BTS include:
Dublin Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight is £17. A return plane ticket is currently £32. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from MAN to BTS, book your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights leaving from Manchester Airport make it to their destination on time.
Manchester Airport is about 11 miles from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
If you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near BTS:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a M.R. Stefanik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Surprice or Payless and explore beyond Bratislava's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from M.R. Stefanik Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to central Bratislava
M.R. Stefanik Airport to the centre of Bratislava has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Bratislava. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bratislava is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to M.R. Stefanik Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to BTS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Slovakia
Kosice is just one of the many places in Slovakia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bratislava. Around 190 miles away to the east, top sights here include St. Elisabeth Cathedral, Singing fountain and Zoo Kosice.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Slovakia, consider Presov, roughly 200 miles east of Bratislava. Skatepark Prešov, Opustená nemocničná spaľovňan and 3D model historického Prešova are the start of reasons to visit.