Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Castries: what you need to know
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Castries is 4 hours behind Manchester.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from MAN to Castries. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from MAN to Castries with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and want to travel to Saint Lucia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Manchester Airport to Castries.
Travelling from central Manchester to MAN takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near MAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Castries or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Castries
Rs113,747 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Manchester Airport to Castries. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs232,469. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to Castries, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Manchester Airport to Castries is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Castries
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is around 56 kilometres from central Castries. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to UVF if you're taking a late flight from Manchester Airport to Castries. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
Once your flight from Manchester Airport to Castries has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 6 minutes by car. Central Castries is approximately 3 kilometres from George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU).
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near SLU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from MAN to Castries at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Castries
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Castries. July is the most popular month to travel to Castries. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Before you book a flight from Manchester Airport to Castries, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAN to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC and 28ºC.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Manchester Airport to Castries, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Derek Walcott Square, Morne Fortune and Immaculate Conception Church are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Castries itinerary.
Complete your Castries trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Manchester Airport to Castries to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info on car rentals in Castries, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.