Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU): what you need to know
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, making Castries four hours behind Manchester.
To ensure you get on your MAN to SLU flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Grantley Adams International Airport is a popular stop between MAN and SLU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport flight is 775 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 1.317 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to SLU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights departing from Manchester Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Manchester Airport is about 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.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SLU instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and explore beyond Castries's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from George F. L. Charles Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries
From George F. L. Charles Airport, Castries is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
June is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Castries in February.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to George F. L. Charles Airport for September if you want to visit Castries during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to SLU in February. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
Castries has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Saint Lucia waiting to be explored. About 32 kilometres south of Castries, a trip to Vieux Fort will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Maria Islands Museum, Anse Des Sables Beach and YoungFaith Park.
Set out 24 kilometres south-east from Castries to visit Micoud, another favourite among visitors to Saint Lucia. Don't leave without exploring Josephine Splash Park and Ti Rocher Community Park.