Direct (nonstop) flights from Manchester to Bridgetown

2 airlines fly nonstop from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Grantley Adams International (BGI). It's 4,162 miles (6,698 km), about 9h 10m in the air. Operated by Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic.

MAN
Manchester Airport
🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom
BGI
Grantley Adams International
🇧🇧 Bridgetown, Barbados
Flight Time
9h 10m
Distance
4,162 mi
6,698 km
CO₂/pax
636 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Aer Lingus +1
Time Diff
-5h
Operated by Aer Lingus Aer Lingus Virgin Atlantic Virgin Atlantic

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aer Lingus EI Aer Lingus
Route
MAN → BGI
Flight Time
9h 10m
Distance
4,162 mi
Virgin Atlantic VS Virgin Atlantic
Route
MAN → BGI
Flight Time
9h 10m
Distance
4,162 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Manchester to Bridgetown with one stop · direct emits 636 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAN DUB (Dublin) BGI
Leg 1: 1h (164 mi) Leg 2: 9h 10m (4,011 mi) Total: ~10h 10m 🍃 668 kg CO₂ (+5% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → DUB
1h · 164 mi
View MAN to DUB flights →
Leg 2
DUB → BGI
9h 10m · 4,011 mi
View DUB to BGI flights →
MAN LHR (London) BGI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (152 mi) Leg 2: 9h 5m (4,195 mi) Total: ~10h 15m 🍃 694 kg CO₂ (+9% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → LHR
1h 10m · 152 mi
View MAN to LHR flights →
Leg 2
LHR → BGI
9h 5m · 4,195 mi
View LHR to BGI flights →
MAN AMS (Amsterdam) BGI
Leg 1: 1h 20m (303 mi) Leg 2: 9h (4,425 mi) Total: ~10h 20m 🍃 758 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → AMS
1h 20m · 303 mi
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Leg 2
AMS → BGI
9h · 4,425 mi
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MAN DUS (Dusseldorf) BGI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (408 mi) Leg 2: 9h 48m (4,496 mi) Total: ~11h 13m 🍃 788 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → DUS
1h 25m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
DUS → BGI
9h 48m · 4,496 mi
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MAN FRA (Frankfurt) BGI
Leg 1: 1h 45m (518 mi) Leg 2: 9h 55m (4,560 mi) Total: ~11h 40m 🍃 818 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → FRA
1h 45m · 518 mi
View MAN to FRA flights →
Leg 2
FRA → BGI
9h 55m · 4,560 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Manchester to Bridgetown?

A nonstop flight from Manchester (MAN) to Bridgetown (BGI) takes approximately 9 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 4,162 miles (6,698 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Manchester to Bridgetown?

2 airlines: Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic.

Is there a nonstop flight from Manchester to Bridgetown?

Yes. 2 airlines: Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic.

How far is Manchester from Bridgetown?

The flight distance from Manchester to Bridgetown is 4,162 miles (6,698 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Bridgetown?

Bridgetown is 5 hours behind Manchester. (Europe/London vs America/Barbados.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Manchester to Bridgetown?

Maybe mild — 5-hour difference. Most people adjust in a day or two.

What type of aircraft flies from Manchester to Bridgetown?

At 9h 10m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from United Kingdom to Barbados?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Barbados embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Manchester to Bridgetown?

Roughly 636 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,180 km.

Is the return flight from Bridgetown to Manchester also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Bridgetown?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Manchester Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.