Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Lungi International Airport (FNA): what you need to know
Manchester and Freetown are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to FNA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Mohamed V International Airport is a well-known stop between MAN and FNA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport flight is 331 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 736 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to FNA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lungi International Airport (FNA)
If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near FNA:
Getting from Lungi International Airport (FNA) to central Freetown
Lungi International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Freetown. The drive time takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Freetown. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Freetown is January, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Lungi International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to FNA in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Sierra Leone
Continue your adventure and dive deeper into Sierra Leone. Bo is around 177 kilometres east of Freetown and is full of exciting things to see, including Clock Tower, Bo.
Next? Make your way to Kenema. It's around 241 kilometres east of Freetown and is known for highlights like Gola Forest Reserve.