Melbourne MEL to Manchester MAN Flights

Flights from Melbourne to Manchester generally leave from Melbourne and arrive in Manchester Airport.

Melbourne is 22.6 km away from Melbourne city centre and Manchester Airport is 15.5 km from Manchester city centre.

Since neither Melbourne nor Manchester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Australia and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 11 h in winter and 9 h in summer between Melbourne and Manchester.

The best events to attend in Manchester include:

• Manchester International Festival, a biennial festival showcasing new works from artists across various disciplines
• Manchester Pride, an annual celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and community
• Manchester Food and Drink Festival, a city-wide event featuring local food and drink producers
• Parklife Festival, a popular music festival held in Heaton Park featuring a diverse lineup of artists.

The best holidays to experience in Manchester include:

• Easter, pleasant spring weather and blooming flowers
• May Day, traditional celebrations with local festivities
• Christmas, festive decorations and holiday markets
• New Year's Day, a time for fresh starts and local celebrations.

The best seasons to visit Manchester are Spring, Summer or Fall. The best weather to explore Manchester is during May-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.