Madrid to Manchester flights
Direct and connecting flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Manchester Airport (MAN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Madrid to Manchester take?
Flight time from Madrid (MAD) to Manchester (MAN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Madrid to Manchester?
Airline availability for MAD to MAN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Manchester?
Direct (nonstop) availability on MAD to MAN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Ryanair5-yr attributed events: 25Last 90 days: none recorded
- Virgin Atlantic Airways5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- easyJet5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Virgin Atlantic Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| easyJet | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning MAD → MAN
MAD to MAN is a short-haul route of 1,433 km (890 mi). See the return MAN → MAD route.
Alternative airports near Madrid: Madrid (TOJ) — 11 km, Madrid (ECV) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near Manchester: Liverpool (LPL) — 38 km, Hawarden (CEG) — 50 km, Warton (WRT) — 59 km.