BDI
Bird Island
Seychelles
8,278 km
5,144 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
8,278 km
5,144 mi / 4,470 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Indian/Mahe
Heading
329°
north northwest

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BDI MAN
Airport Name Bird Island Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code BDI MAN
ICAO Code FSSB EGCC
City Bird Island Manchester
Country Seychelles United Kingdom
Timezone Indian/Mahe Europe/London
Elevation 6 ft 257 ft
Coordinates -3.720000, 55.210000 53.350000, -2.270000

Bird Island (BDI) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bird Island Airport (BDI) in Bird Island, Seychelles to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 8,278 kilometers (5,144 miles / 4,470 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Seychelles with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in Bird Island, it's 09:50 in Manchester. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Bird Island (BDI) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bird Island Airport (BDI) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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