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Flights to Flint

The closest major airport to Flint is Liverpool John Lennon Airport. It is around 13 miles from Flint as the crow flies, but it is over 30 miles by road, as you have to go around the estuaries of the River Mersey and the River Dee. The journey should take about 40 minutes by car. Manchester Airport is around 38 miles away as the crow flies, but takes around the same time to reach by car, as the route is more direct.

Manchester Airport

The third-busiest airport in the United Kingdom, Manchester Airport has more than 50 airlines that fly from it, to over 190 direct destinations around the world. The airport offers every facility that the traveller might need, including ATMs, places to exchange currency, tourist information kiosks, car rental desks, a prayer room, a children’s play area, and plenty of shops and places to eat and drink. There are a number of hotels within the hotel complex, and you might wish to spend a night in one of them if you don’t want the stress of having to rush for an early morning flight.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Six airlines fly from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to over 60 direct destinations, mainly in Europe. The airport is not as big as Manchester Airport, but still offers every amenity you might need, including several airport hotels.

Flight Routes to Flint

You can fly direct to Manchester Airport from many locations in Europe, North America, Africa and Asia, and to Liverpool John Lennon Airport from many places in Europe. Both airports also offer indirect flights from many more places all over the world.

When to Fly to Flint

Flint is a great place to visit at any time of year, but there are a number of annual festivals and events that you may wish to attend during your stay.

The Flint Festival takes place over 10 days in June and July, and offers a varied programme of music and other entertainment, including choral singing, live rock and pop music, Morris Dancing, brass band music, parades, competitions and more.

The Denbigh and Flint County Show and Food Festival is held on the third Thursday in August each year. This popular show has been taking place in some form or other since the 1700’s, and boasts over 200 trade stalls selling local produce, hot meals, real ales, agricultural equipment, arts and crafts, plants and much more. There is also a range of family entertainment on offer, including a funfair, floral displays, and horse shows.

Getting to Flint After Your Flight

By far the easiest and quickest way to get to Flint from either Manchester Airport or Liverpool John Lennon Airport is by car. The journey should take around 40 minutes, depending on traffic.

You can also easily travel to Flint by public transport. It will involve making at least one connection, but should take less than two hours by train, or a little longer by bus.