Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you get on your MAN to DLA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MAN and DLA include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Douala Airport (DLA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Douala Airport flight is Rs94,734. A return ticket right now is Rs183,490. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to DLA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights departing from Manchester Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
If you have a late Manchester Airport to Douala Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DLA:
Travel where the road takes you with a Douala Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore Douala and beyond.
Book your ride from Douala Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Douala. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Douala. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Douala Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to DLA in July. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've seen Douala, now it's time to discover other parts of Cameroon. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to check off its popular sights. From National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde) to Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another essential stop in Cameroon. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
