BFR
Bedford
United States
6,295 km
3,912 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
6,295 km
3,912 mi / 3,399 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Heading
45°
northeast

Airport Comparison

BFR MAN
Airport Name Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code BFR MAN
ICAO Code KBFR EGCC
City Bedford Manchester
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Indiana/Indianapolis Europe/London
Elevation 727 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 38.840000, -86.450000 53.350000, -2.270000

Bedford (BFR) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) in Bedford, United States to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 6,295 kilometers (3,912 miles / 3,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:05 in Bedford, it's 10:05 in Manchester. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Bedford (BFR) follows a heading of 292° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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