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Arktikum
Museum and science centre covering Lapland’s history, Arctic life and northern nature in a striking riverside building.
Flights from Manchester to Rovaniemi depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £277 but you can travel from only £198 by coach.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest flight covers the 2091 km distance in 16h 30m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2091 km |
Average flight duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £277 |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 16h 30m |
First flight 5:40 |
Last flight 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Rovaniemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £198 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £198, while a flight costs an average of £277.
Distance: 2091 km
Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|
£277 Average Price | £198 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 74h 45m Average total duration 74h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Rovaniemi:
A coach is £80 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Rovaniemi costing on average £277.
Other travel options to Rovaniemi take longer:
Coach takes on average 74h 15m.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rovaniemi flights for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:40 Manchester | 3h10 | 13:50 Rovaniemi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum and science centre covering Lapland’s history, Arctic life and northern nature in a striking riverside building.
Art museum focused on contemporary northern and Finnish art, housed in the Korundi cultural centre.
Regional museum presenting Lapland’s cultural history, traditions and changing life in the north.
Marked Arctic Circle crossing area with year-round atmosphere, shops and easy access to seasonal activities.
Large riverside hill and outdoor area with walking trails, ski facilities and broad views over Rovaniemi.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and services, useful for strolling and getting a feel for daily city life.
Slow-cooked reindeer stew, usually served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. It is one of Lapland’s best-known traditional dishes.
Cold-smoked reindeer, sliced thin and eaten on bread or with potatoes. It reflects reindeer herding culture central to Finnish Lapland.
Creamy salmon soup with potatoes, carrots and dill. A classic Finnish comfort dish, widely eaten in Lapland and especially welcome in winter.
Refined Lapland dining in Arctic TreeHouse Hotel, known for seasonal northern ingredients such as reindeer, fish and wild berries.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern Lapland cuisine with local fish, reindeer and berry flavours in a warm contemporary setting.
Popular casual spot for hearty Finnish and Lapland dishes, especially reindeer specialities, in a cosy and traditional atmosphere.
Very expensive for visitors. Hotels, Arctic tours and dining cost more than many Nordic cities, while local buses are reasonable but not especially cheap.
Tipping is not expected. Service is included. You may round up in restaurants, cafés or taxis for excellent service, but small tips are optional.
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Rovaniemi Airport -> Rovaniemi Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Rovaniemi by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rovaniemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Rovaniemi flights use the Manchester Airport to Rovaniemi Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Rovaniemi airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
Rovaniemi Airport is 8 km from Rovaniemi city centre. Public transport options include:
Rovaniemi Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rovaniemi Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rovaniemi Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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