Cheap Flights from Cologne (CGN) to Manchester (MAN)

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Manchester.£30 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan, returning Sat, 24 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £30, select.

Manchester.£31 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Manchester.£31 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £31, select.

Manchester.£33 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £33, select.

Manchester.£38 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £38, select.

Manchester.£51 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Manchester.£52 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £52, select.

Manchester.£57 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Cologne on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Manchester on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From £57, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Direct flights from Cologne to Manchester

Cologne to Manchester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Manchester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manchester.

Cologne to Manchester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£30
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	1 hr, 38 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	12

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Cologne to Manchester?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Manchester is £30. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Cologne to Manchester?

1 hour and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Manchester.

Which airlines fly direct from Cologne to Manchester?

Ryanair, Jet2 and Ryanair UK Ltd. fly direct from Cologne to Manchester.

How many flights are there a week from Cologne to Manchester?

As of December 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Cologne to Manchester.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cologne to Manchester?

The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Manchester is usually January.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Manchester Airport on Thursday, 8 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cologne Airport to Manchester Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

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.

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 from Cologne Airport to Manchester with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport.
Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Manchester one hour behind Cologne.
Flights from CGN to MAN start at 07:00 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 23:00 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CGN to MAN flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport, so jetting to Manchester (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
With 72.34% of its services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating CGN to MAN flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between CGN and MAN include:
- London Heathrow Airport
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport
- Copenhagen Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport flight is £15. A return ticket is currently £30. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CGN to MAN, book your trip six months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CGN to MAN.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Of the departures from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on time at their destination.
Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

Book a hotel close to MAN if you have a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and explore beyond Manchester's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

Manchester Airport is roughly 11 miles from central Manchester. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to explore Manchester during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to MAN in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

You've done Manchester, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 160 miles south-east to London to tick off its popular sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 70 miles south of Manchester, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.