Flying from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Manchester is one hour behind Basel and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from BSL to MAN start at 08:30 — the first with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 21:50 with easyJet. Overall, there are three weekly Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BSL to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Manchester (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is easy with easyJet. This popular airline has direct flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering BSL to MAN flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BSL and MAN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BSL arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Basel to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BSL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Pick up a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Manchester in March.
Before locking in your flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL to MAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham are key highlights.
