1:05 for transfer at Manchester airport

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I have just bought a ticket with a short time transfer at Manchester airport. The company is Fly Be. The first flight is from Edinburgh to Manchester, then the second flight to Paris. Will I make it?



Best Answer

Provided the whole itinerary was bought as a single ticket from Fly Be, then:

  • If they sold you the ticket, that means they think you can make it
  • Your luggage will be transferred directly to your destination
  • They are responsible for getting you to your destination if you don't (rebooking you on the next available flight)
  • You are owed assistance if you are delayed
  • You may even be owed compensation if you are delayed beyond a certain time and it's the airline's fault (which is pretty wide-ranging)

1 hour and 5 minutes for a domestic-to-EU transfer (so no passport control) in an airport of the size of Manchester really shouldn't be a problem if the incoming flight is on time. Don't know the layout at MAN, but you possibly won't even go through security again.

Apparently, there's another MAN-CDG flight after yours, so the chances you'll be stuck overnight if you miss the connection are pretty slim (unless that flight is fully booked).

Still, if you worry about it:

  • Try to get a seat as close to the front of the plane as possible to minimise time to deplane.
  • Look up the terminal map in advance, and check similar flights on previous days to see what gates are most probable for your flights
  • Let staff know you have a short connection, especially if there's any indication of a delay. That includes check-in staff, gate staff and cabin crew. If the plane is delayed, they may be able to move you closer to the front, or get you out before other passengers.



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What is the minimum transfer time between flights?

As a rule of thumb, on domestic routes, you need a minimum of 45 minutes between flights. That's because you don't have to go through security, customs, and immigration.

What is airport transfer time?

Consider allowing at least 60 to 90 minutes for a U.S. domestic connection, and at least two hours for an international connection. Airlines usually allow you four hours or more maximum connecting time.

How early should I get to Manchester Airport?

Always follow your airline's guidance on how early you need to be at the airport before your flight. As a general guide, you will need to have checked in and be ready to go through security at least 2 hours before your flight departure time.

How long does immigration take at Manchester Airport?

While we still expect most passengers to get through in less than 30-40 minutes, there will be times over the next few months when waiting times will rise to between 60 and 90 minutes.\u201d



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