Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
The timezone in Nicosia is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your MAN to ECN flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and ECN:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
Currently, AED 350 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 859. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to ECN if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
Manchester Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Consider a stay at Central 2 Bedroom Flat after your Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport flight. It's a short drive from ECN and a comfy option if you want to relax as soon as possible.
Grab a Ercan Airport rental car and explore Nicosia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Gri rent, Nissa Car Rental and Oscar Rent A Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Ercan Airport around three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Nicosia. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Ercan Airport for July if you'd like to go to Nicosia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to ECN in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've done Nicosia, now it's time to explore other parts of Cyprus. Travel about 64 kilometers south-west to Limassol to check off its must-visit sights. From Limassol Marina to Adventure Park and Molos Seaside Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 40 kilometers south-east of Nicosia, Larnaca is another essential stop in Cyprus. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Larnaca Marina.