How long is the flight from Manchester to Shetland?

There are many flights that can get you from Manchester to Shetland in 16h 15m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. Manchester and Shetland are separated by a distance of 452 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shetland ranges from 50.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Shetland when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shetland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 12.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to EIL?

When flying from Manchester to Shetland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Shetland?

For a flight from Manchester to Shetland, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city.

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Average price	£589

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It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.

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It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Shetland?
For a flight from Manchester to Shetland, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Shetland?
There are many flights that can get you from Manchester to Shetland in 16h 15m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. Manchester and Shetland are separated by a distance of 452 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Shetland that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Shetland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Shetland?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Shetland.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Shetland?
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