Manchester Airport Expands Flights to Unusual Global Destinations

Manchester Airport has broadened its destination network, launching flights to unique locations that offer rare and adventurous travel opportunities. With connections to over 200 cities through multiple airlines, the airport links Northern England with locations that combine history, culture, and modern attractions. These routes allow passengers to visit destinations ranging from preserved medieval towns to museums and centers focused on science and technology.

Some of the routes are available at relatively low fares, with return tickets starting from £43 per person. Current options include:

• Strasbourg with easyJet (from £64)
• Stuttgart with Eurowings (from £85)
• Rome with Ryanair (from £50)
• Naples with easyJet (from £43)
• Las Vegas with Virgin Atlantic (from £685)
• Dubai with Emirates (from £570)
• Mumbai with IndiGo (from £446)
• Almeria with Ryanair (from £57)
• Orlando with Aer Lingus (from £389)
• Budapest with Ryanair (from £68)
• Basel with easyJet (from £49)
• Salzburg with Ryanair (from £54)
• Addis Ababa with Ethiopian Airlines (from £715)
• Helsinki with Finnair (from £193)

Travelers interested in history can fly to German and French towns where medieval architecture remains intact, or visit Rome and Naples for access to ancient landmarks such as the Colosseum and Pompeii. Another option is Las Vegas, which features large-scale replicas of global landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, the canals of Venice, and the Statue of Liberty, all located within the city’s central area.

Other destinations provide one-of-a-kind or modern attractions. Dubai, guests can take part in desert activities and indoor skiing, whereas Mumbai’s Paradox Museum offers hands-on exhibits that test perception and balance. At Orlando’s Kennedy Space Center, visitors can take part in practical activities designed to simulate life on Mars. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy settings similar to beaches at Hungary’s Lake Balaton and Switzerland’s alpine lakes, even though they are inland, while Lapland provides extended daylight during summer perfect for exploring the outdoors.

These routes showcase the growing variety of travel possibilities departing from Manchester. Beyond standard beach or city vacations, travelers can seek experiences linked to history, science, or unusual and unexpected landscapes. For those traveling within the region, this broadens potential journeys and opens offbeat destinations to more people.