Traveling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Manas International Airport (FRU): what you need to know
The timezone in Bishkek is UTC+6, which is six hours ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your MAN to FRU flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAN and FRU:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Manas International Airport (FRU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport flight is $212. A round-trip ticket is currently $435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MAN to FRU, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAN to FRU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights complete their journey on time.
Manchester Airport is about 11 miles from central Manchester. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
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Arriving at Manas International Airport (FRU)
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Reserve your vehicle from Manas International Airport a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're traveling during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Manas International Airport (FRU) to central Bishkek
From Manas International Airport, Bishkek is approximately 17 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Manas International Airport (FRU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Bishkek in April.
The warmest month in Bishkek is July, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 93ºF. Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Manas International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to FRU in January. Temperatures average between 10ºF and 41ºF then.
Explore more of Kyrgyzstan
Bishkek has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kyrgyzstan waiting to be explored. Around 190 miles south-west of Bishkek, a visit to Osh will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Sulaiman-Too Sacred Mountain, Sulaiman Mountain Museum and National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex Sulayman.
Jalal-Abad is another must-experience destination in Kyrgyzstan and is around 160 miles south-west of Bishkek. No journey is complete without seeing Mechet' Bilal, Zhenish Seyi Bagy and Jalal-Abad Historical Museum.