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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Manchester Airport? If you want to travel to Manchester Airport next month, return fares start from £30. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Manchester.£28 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Manchester.£28 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Manchester.£28 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £28, select.

Manchester.£29 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £29, select.

Manchester.£29 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £29, select.

Manchester.£30 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Manchester.£30 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Manchester.£30 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Manchester.£31 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Manchester.£33 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £33, select.

Manchester.£34 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £34, select.

Manchester.£34 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £34, select.

Manchester.£34 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £34, select.

Manchester.£35 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £35, select.

Manchester.£35 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £35, select.

Manchester.£36 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Belfast International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £36, select.

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Airports near Manchester

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Direct flights to Manchester

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Manchester?

The average flight time to Manchester is 1 hour and 4 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Manchester?

British Airways, Qatar Airways, Loganair, American Airlines, easyJet, Aer Lingus, Ryanair UK Ltd. and LATAM Airlines all fly direct to Manchester.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Manchester?

The cheapest month to fly to Manchester is usually July.

How can I find the best flight deal to Manchester?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manchester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Manchester Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.

How much are return flights to Manchester?

The best price we found for a return flight to Manchester is £28. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Manchester Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Manchester Airport is Thursday, 2 July 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Manchester?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Manchester with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying to Manchester

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£28
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 6 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	411

Discover Manchester

How to find cheap flights to Manchester Airport (MAN)

The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Manchester Airport is £13. A return plane ticket to MAN right now is £28.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to MAN goes up or down.
Pick up a bargain on tickets to Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to discover an amazing deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Expand your search for cheap flights to Manchester by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you browse prices for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help keep costs down.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are usually cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Manchester Airport.

Best time to go to Manchester

You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Manchester in May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to MAN that suits your budget and itinerary.
Fly to Manchester in August if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to MAN, but also when tickets are typically more expensive.
December is the quietest period of the year to visit if you want a slower pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Manchester then.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider the kind of conditions you want to get away in. Manchester is warmest in July, with averages of between 9ºC and 23ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -1ºC to 8ºC.
April gives you the best chance of sunshine. With six days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Manchester.
The wettest time of year is January. Travel then and you'll likely get around 11 days of rainfall.

Travelling to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and travel to Manchester quickly. Book a direct flight to Manchester Airport with one of these popular airlines:
Cathay Pacific is the most dependable carrier. Up to 88% of its flights into this hub land without being late, making it a wise choice when reserving your MAN plane ticket.
When you step off the plane at MAN, you'll be in the UTC+0 timezone.
Eager to get some rest after your flight to MAN? These hotels close to Manchester Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
Manchester Airport has an on-time performance of 65%. This figure reflects how often departing flights from MAN complete their journey without delays.

Getting to central Manchester from Manchester Airport (MAN)

MAN is located about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Manchester.
If you're taking a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to MAN, it'll take around 25 minutes to get to the centre.
Expect the ride to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
The right hotel can turn a good trip into a great one. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in Manchester:

Manchester highlights

Put these leading sights on your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Manchester:
- Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour: Located in Old Trafford around 3 kms (2 miles) southwest of the city centre, this landmark is an ideal spot to start your tour of the city.
- Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden: You'll find this park roughly 8 kms (5 miles) south of the centre in Didsbury. It's a great place to take a breather while exploring Manchester.
- Museum of Science and Industry: Need another great reason to visit Manchester? This landmark brings in the crowds and is around 0.97 kms (0.60 miles) southwest of the city centre in Castlefield.

How to get to Preston from Manchester Airport (MAN)

Preston is about 56 kms (35 miles) from MAN. Journey times by ride-share or taxi will vary based on the time of day and traffic, so plan ahead before you travel.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bradford

Bradford is around 56 kms (35 miles) from Manchester Airport if you're going in that direction.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom keeps the adventures coming. Venture on to London, located about 257 kms (160 miles) southeast of Manchester. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben have to be on your must-see list. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the city's nearest major airport.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is roughly 105 kms (65 miles) south of Manchester. Zero in on some of the best places like Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience. Birmingham Airport (BHX) takes care of most arrivals into this city.
About 209 kms (130 miles) south of Manchester, Bristol is worth a detour. A few great reasons to visit include Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol Floating Harbour. Flying into Bristol Airport (BRS) is the easiest way to arrive here.