Manchester to Silchar Flights

  About Manchester

After London, Manchester is the second most important city in England. The city boasts a rich industrial history since the 18th century and continues to flourish as a textile fortitude. The city also hosts a good footfall of tourist crowd thanks to its association with the football club Manchester United as well as Manchester City. Aside from the same, the city also has a slew of museums that bring back ancient history. There are traditional museums as well as interactive ones that continue to engage the tourists.

Manchester enjoys a good population as well as a thriving food and drinks culture. The city is bombarded with lovely distilleries and food joints too, which further elevate a tourist's experience. Plus, it is well-connected with the rest of the UK. The city's charm comes from its lush green expanses, and even though the weather could be a little too cold, the experience of being in Manchester is worth all the frostbites.

Best time to visit Manchester

Manchester is its best between June to August, especially if you're planning a fun trip. Although Manchester is predominantly a cold city with barely good sunlight to keep people's spirits up. However, between June and August, when the city witnesses lovely sun's rays and summer heat, there is a vibrant vibe that envelopes the spirit of Manchester. In fact, even the city calendar is packed with intriguing events. Festivals such as Greater Manchester Fringe Festival, Parklife Festival, Manchester Pride, RHS Flower Festival are some of the fun events that take place. Many performers and musicians flock over to participate while the markets are erected to attract tourists. Although the temperatures are a decent 18 degree Celsius to 20 degree Celsius, it is pleasant and beautiful. Just make sure to carry an umbrella during your trip as the city might see some erratic showers amid summer. Since it is the peak season, it is highly recommended that you make your hotel reservations in advance. Booking a hotel in Manchester a few months before the peak season is the only way to gain some great deals.

It's easier to get flight tickets to Manchester for cheap too, provided you book a few months in advance. Another highlight of Manchester that should be mentioned is the football season that kicks off from August. If catching a match of your favourite (well, everybody's favourite), FC Manchester United is on your list of things to do, this is definitely a good time. Make sure that you have prior flight tickets to Manchester booked to avoid complications later. The months from September through December is also favourable in terms of the weather. Even though the fall is quite cold in Manchester, the fervour of football season that starts from September and continues through these months is enough to keep you fuelled. Plus, the city also honours its culture with festivals such as Manchester Food and Drink Festival, Manchester Literature Festival and of course, Manchester Christmas Markets.

Places to visit in Manchester

For a football fan, Manchester is like a haven, especially if you're a fan of either FC Manchester United or FC Manchester City. For United fans, at the Old Trafford, you'll find fervent fans sharing the same enthusiasm towards the team and their game. It will surely be the icing on the cake if you can watch a United match which you're at the stadium. As for City fans, the Etihad Stadium would give the same zealous vibe. The stadium is known to be one of the UK's biggest stadiums with a massive capacity of 55,000 seats for fervent spectators. From here, you will be thrilled to visit the National Football Museum, which is a six-storey glass structure that celebrates the sport and exhibits a plethora of collections from whatever has been retrieved. From trophies to exhibits on stadiums, there are many interesting collections that will marvel you. Once the football fanfare subsides, you might want to check out some of the other tourist attractions in Manchester. These include The Lowry (an amalgam of art gallery and theatre), Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester Museum, Whitworth Art Gallery, People's History Museum, Museum of Transport, to name a few.

Things to do in Manchester

The first and foremost thing for you to do in Manchester after all the sightseeing would be to indulge in some brewery and distillery hopping. Manchester has a plethora of options where you can hang out and enjoy the food and liquor culture. Chinatown is the second-best place to be in to explore more in the said zone. You will be amazed by the lively atmosphere of the streets here. John Rylands Library is another amazing place where you can get lost amid books and documents. They are interesting and will keep you engaged with their compelling collection. A fun and satiating retail therapy at Afflecks is also something that would be of interest to you. You can also opt for a Manchester Hop-On bus tour to sightsee some more of the locales and interact with fellow tourists.

Food and Restaurants in Manchester

Manchester's food culture is quite thriving and something worth indulging in, when in the city. their food halls and market places are a trip that will pique your interest. In fact, you should head to Altrincham Market to get the best of food hall experiences. At Altrincham, you can find some amazing purveyors. You can further elevate your experience at the GRUB Food Fair where you will be blessed with some eccentric but astounding street food as well as craft beer. During your food excursion, do not miss out The Corn Exchange. The establishment basically holds multitudes of restaurants from around the world. The city also has lip-smacking Indian cuisine that you simply cannot miss. Manchester has a soft spot for Indian curry and delicacies and celebrates the same. Curry Mile is one such place where you will find the highest cluster of Asian restaurants. It is for being one of the only places in all of the United Kingdom to have so many Asian establishments concentrated in one spot.

Further in your food expedition, get yourself some lovely pints of beer at The Oakfield, located in Chester Zoo. You should also visit The Eagle Inn, situated in Salford, where they make delicious craft beer. It is close to the Victoria train station, so your transport after some drinks is also quite sorted. While these are basic bars and British pubs, for a posh experience, check out Cloud 23, located at the Hilton Manchester Deansgate. It has the city's coolest view as it sits on the 23rd floor of the Hilton hotel. The place offers appetizers and finger food that go well with alcohol. Manchester has nearly 30 breweries so you can imagine the number of places you need to check off your list to cover them. As an expansion to your brewery-hopping expedition, you can check out Dunham Massey Brewing Company and Martland Mill Brewery. For some British feels interspersed with international cuisine, head to The Laundrette Chorlton. As for some tasty steak, visit Dakota Bar and Grill. The city also has seafood kitchens that would add to your food experiences. The Hip Hop Chip Shop is one such place to serve the classic fish and chips with good beer.

How to reach Manchester (Transportation)

Flight connectivity to Manchester from India is excellent with a lew of flights flying regularly. After London, Manchester is the second city in the UK that sees a high demand from India. Metropolitan Indian cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore have regular flights to Manchester. Although usually, there are regular direct flights reaching Manchester from India, sometimes due to their unavailability, connecting flights are considered. There are connecting flights from London to Manchester, which is quite convenient. Many people tend to take direct flights to London, and from here, they opt for rental cars or other local transport. Manchester Airport has great connectivity to the city as there are express trains networking between the airport and the city. Aside from London, many also choose to fly to Liverpool's John Lennon Airport and take a taxi cab from there to reach Manchester. These methods are usually taken up by budget-travellers. Some of the airlines that fly from India to Manchester include British Airways, Thomas Chook Airlines, Condor and Thomson Airways.

These flights to Manchester usually take the popular air route via Europe to reach the city. Since that is the most viable option, plus comes with airports where you can acquire connecting flights. Cities such as Paris, Munich, Zurich, Dubai, etc., have flights connecting to Manchester or London. The accommodation options in Manchester are extravagant. If you do want to experience the fancy living, you should book your hotels in one of Manchester's swanky choices such as Crowne Plaza Hotel or The Edwardian Manchester, a Radisson Collection Hotel, to name a few. You will be overwhelmed and amazed by the exquisite rooms and their services. They don't come cheap though so booking hotels in Manchester way before the trip would be ideal.

  About Silchar

Silchar is a small town in the state of Assam, located on the South-Eastern side from the state capital Guwahati. It has been coined as the 'Island of Peace' by the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi. The city is nestled amid wide expanses of lush greenery. Much of Silchar's cultural heritage is a testament to the British influence on the town. There have been various developments in terms of building the airport to cashing in on the tea plantations, that have taken in recent years. The quaint town is one of the developing cities in India with a busy airport. The Silchar airport was initially a Royal Air Force that was built during the Second World war by the Britishers. However, after the war was over and they lost command in India, the airport was passed on to the Royal Indian Air Force, which eventually opted to open a commercial airport.

The small town enjoys a good number of tourists because of the neutral yet pleasant climate it has to offer. The flights to Silchar are also well-connected, further enhancing tourism in the city. The accommodation is not lavish, but you can still book a hotel room in Silchar and enjoy the scenic views.

Best time to visit Silchar

Silchar's location is ideal for travelling at any time of the year. There is no restriction as such to visit Silchar only in specific seasons. However, the experience of Silchar's beauty can only be experienced depending on the time you visit the small town. The climate is quite neutral and perfect for many who wish to take up an impromptu flight to Silchar and relish the serenity of the place. Winters in Silchar can be quite cold with temperatures falling down to 10 degree Celsius. The season kicks off from October and stretches on till March. The trails turn misty, and the city looks beautiful under the winter sun. This is the perfect time to visit if you wish to indulge in some exploring of Silchar while engaging in adventure activities.

Summers in Silchar are also quite pleasant as the temperature ranges between 25 degree Celsius and 35 degree Celsius. Starting from April, the summers stay with Silchar till June. The season does witness many tourists for its pleasant ambience and environment, making it the peak season. With the enchanting weather and sublime air, exploring more of Silchar definitely becomes easier. The sun isn't too harsh and helps tourists check out some of the attractions without sweating it out.

Monsoons in Silchar begin from July and stretch up to September. Due to its location and the torrent rains that the town witnesses, travelling during monsoon is not advisable. The city sees frequent showers, which could turn somewhat risky as the possibility of floods in Silchar is quite high. Not to mention how the roads turn mucky too, making transit within the town difficult. The flight tickets to Silchar might drop during the off-season. If you think you can deal with the heavy rains, then you should give it a go and also get some great deals on flights to Silchar.

Places to visit in Silchar

Silchar's fame comes from the vast expanse of teas that it grows. They have a dedicated Tea Garden which showcases how the tea plants are maintained and everything pertaining to the processing of the leaves. With its a beautiful sight and informative tour, visiting the Tea Garden is a must when in Silchar. You should also check out Haflong, which is a small but quaint hilly town which is surrounded by scintillating water streams, green hills and exquisite waterfalls. Silchar is also famous for all the temples it has, including the Kancha Kanti Kali Temple, Bhuban Temple and ISKCON Temple.

Things to do in Silchar

There are very few things that can be done in Silchar. One of the top things to do would be to go on a pilgrimage and visit all the lovely temples that are present in the town. Or you can always opt to venture out of the town, a few kilometres away and find some new travel expeditions to indulge in. Khaspur seems like an excellent option to try this out. It has relics from the Dimasa kingdom and some tourist attractions. You can visit the place and check it out. If you're looking for peace and serenity, then you should visit the Dolu Lake and go on a photography excursion. The place offers some scenic views that would make for good postcards.

Food and Restaurants in Silchar

Silchar's food culture is not as flourishing as one would expect. Assamese cuisine is known to be eccentric from the rest of the cities in the country. With the Bengali-influence interspersed with their own flavours, the cuisine is certainly one of a kind and delicious. Some of the famous authentic dishes from the Assamese culture include Khar, an exquisite meat delicacy which also has flavours of raw papaya, taro and pulses. The dish is certainly odd but worth the try.

Assamese also indulge in cooking duck and are pretty good at it. Their duck meat curry is one of the best. However, the dish is only reserved for special occasions which include festivals, weddings and more. If you do come across something called an Oou Khatta, do not hesitate to try. The sweet and sour chutney is made from elephant apple and is a blast of flavours in the mouth. There is a handful but relevant vegetarian food options too. The famous one is Xaak Aru Bhaji, which is a mix of vegetables cooked together and garnished with herbs, garlic, ginger and lemon.

There are a few good restaurants in Silchar, but none of them exclusively sell the real Assamese cuisine. In fact, to cater to the tourist crowd, they often have dishes that are famous and easy to sell. Nevertheless, you should still check out their down-to-earth dishes. Nahaz, Sudakshina, Eclipse - The Restro Lounge, Hasty Tasty, Swarupa Restaurant are some names that you should remember when you go to Silchar.

How to reach Silchar (Transportation)

By Air

Silchar Airport was originally built by the British as Royal Air Force. However, after the freedom movement, when the British left the country, the authority changed to the Royal Indian Air Force. The airport has been used for commercial purposes since then. Located about 29 km away from the main city area of Silchar in Assam, the airport does enjoy a good number of flights and passengers. Flights to Silchar regularly fly as it is one of the busiest airports in the state. Located at 338 ft above the sea level, the airport offers quite a scenic view during take-off and landing. The airport enjoys great flight connectivity from Silchar to major cities such as Delhi, Kolkata and Guwahati. In fact, Air India, SpiceJet and IndiGo airlines have dedicated flights to Silchar, enabling the city to be of reach for major Indian cities.

The airport has only one terminal and handles flights taking domestic routes to Silchar. From Silchar airport to the main city, there are Volvo bus services made available to help travellers with their travel plans. There are taxi cabs also present at the airport that you can hire. These are the only two modes of transport to reach the city centre. However, once you're in the city, you can book a hotel in Silchar and start exploring.

By Rail

Silchar railway station is also called Bhasha Shahid Railway Station, which could be a mouthful to say. The location is precisely in the middle of the city, making transport within the city easy. The railway has excellent connection from Silchar to the rest of Indian cities. There are trains from Silchar connecting with Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Vizag, Coimbatore, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Agartala, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram and more. On a total, it is claimed that the city connects with approximately 170 cities in the country. Considering how the train connectivity from Silchar to other cities in India is so impeccable, the demand for it is also high.

Hence, you should book your tickets to Silchar in advance. It is necessary to get a confirmed ticket and for that to happen, you will have to book tickets in advance. Despite having only three platforms, the station has managed to maintain a good log of cities visiting and exiting Silchar.

By Road                                                                             

Flight tickets to Silchar could be exorbitant due to its high demand. However, in comparison, the road is believed to be the most convenient way to reach the city. The domestic road routes to Silchar are perfectly connected, leading many travellers to opt for this choice. Some travellers actually get down at Guwahati and opt for a bus journey. Since roadway is the most favourable way to reach Silchar, many visit the state capital and take buses from there.

The Assam State Transport Corporation (ATSC) provides public AC and non-AC buses to passengers heading to Silchar from Guwahati. In fact, major cities in the North-east offer to travel to Silchar via their dedicated buses.