Direct (nonstop) flights from Barcelona to Manchester

5 airlines fly nonstop from El Prat Airport (BCN) to Manchester Airport (MAN). It's 857 miles (1,379 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK and others.

BCN
El Prat Airport
🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain
MAN
Manchester Airport
🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
1,379 km
CO₂/pax
159 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Ryanair +4
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Jet2 Jet2 Ryanair UK Ryanair UK easyJet easyJet Vueling Vueling

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
BCN → MAN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
Jet2 LS Jet2
Route
BCN → MAN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
Ryanair UK RK Ryanair UK
Route
BCN → MAN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
BCN → MAN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi
Vueling VY Vueling
Route
BCN → MAN
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
857 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Barcelona to Manchester with one stop · direct emits 159 kg CO₂ per passenger

BCN BOD (Bordeaux) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (281 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (593 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BCN → BOD
1h 20m · 281 mi
View BCN to BOD flights →
Leg 2
BOD → MAN
1h 50m · 593 mi
View BOD to MAN flights →
BCN SOU (Southampton) MAN
Leg 1: 2h 15m (686 mi) Leg 2: 55m (171 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BCN → SOU
2h 15m · 686 mi
View BCN to SOU flights →
Leg 2
SOU → MAN
55m · 171 mi
View SOU to MAN flights →
BCN NTE (Nantes) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 40m (443 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (429 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BCN → NTE
1h 40m · 443 mi
View BCN to NTE flights →
Leg 2
NTE → MAN
1h 35m · 429 mi
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BCN BIO (Bilbao) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 15m (290 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (695 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BCN → BIO
1h 15m · 290 mi
View BCN to BIO flights →
Leg 2
BIO → MAN
2h 5m · 695 mi
View BIO to MAN flights →
BCN BVA (Paris) MAN
Leg 1: 2h (563 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (329 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BCN → BVA
2h · 563 mi
View BCN to BVA flights →
Leg 2
BVA → MAN
1h 20m · 329 mi
View BVA to MAN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Barcelona to Manchester?

A nonstop flight from Barcelona (BCN) to Manchester (MAN) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 857 miles (1,379 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Barcelona to Manchester?

5 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet, Vueling.

Is there a nonstop flight from Barcelona to Manchester?

Yes. 5 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet, Vueling.

How far is Barcelona from Manchester?

The flight distance from Barcelona to Manchester is 857 miles (1,379 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What is the time difference between Barcelona and Manchester?

Manchester is 1 hour behind Barcelona. (Europe/Madrid vs Europe/London.)

What type of aircraft flies from Barcelona to Manchester?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Spain to United Kingdom?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Kingdom embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Barcelona to Manchester?

Roughly 159 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 795 km.

Is the return flight from Manchester to Barcelona also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Manchester?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Prat Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.