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July 8 - July 28

Cheapest

STN - Manchester

$208

$95

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July 5 - July 15

Cheapest

STN - Manchester

$224

$95

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July 5 - July 7

Best

STN - Manchester

$251

$96

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July 6 - July 20

STN - Manchester

$215

$96

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July 8 - July 22

STN - Manchester

$216

$96

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July 15 - July 22

STN - Manchester

$233

$96

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July 2 - July 15

STN - Manchester

$216

$97

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July 1 - July 15

Earliest

STN - Manchester

$216

$97

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July 2 - July 14

Best

LTN - Manchester

$194

$98

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July 15 - July 28

STN - Manchester

$212

$98

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Insights for flights from London to Manchester

A typical journey from London to Manchester takes about 12h 25m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when planning their trip between these two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from London to Manchester, fares typically range from $249–$557, with a median of $339. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from London to Manchester is typically during January, when the median fare is $97. Other affordable months include December, with a median fare of $130, and February, where the median fare is $135. These months offer the most competitive pricing for this route, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries between London and Manchester connect at least once, with only 7.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that are not direct, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you will likely have one or more layovers when flying this route, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The distance between London and Manchester is 242 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that while the flight itself is brief, the overall travel time can be extended due to the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from London to Manchester

Regular price: $159 - $298

Prices for flights from London to Manchester are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Manchester is $159 to $298. The current lowest deal is $95 with Ryanair, for travel from Jul 8-Jul 28.

now $95

Low $159

High $298

The cheapest time to fly from London to Manchester

The cheapest month to fly from London to Manchester is January, with a median price of $97. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $825. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $97

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $825

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Direct flights from London to Manchester

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Manchester

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$260

$102

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$341

$102

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$290

$103

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$309

$105

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$343

$106

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Manchester

London (STN) - Manchester (MAN)

Ryanair

$290

$107

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Manchester

3 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 20

$341 → $102

70%

2 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 19

$343 → $106

69%

5 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 22

$309 → $105

66%

7 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 24

$290 → $103

65%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Manchester

London - Manchester route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from London to Manchester are above the typical level, with a median price of $339.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $97

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Manchester, with a median price of $97.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 12h 25m

The median flight time from London to Manchester is 12 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers direct flights

British Airways is an airline offering direct flights from London to Manchester.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Manchester appear regularly, about 0.37 deals per day.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers flights to Manchester, and is often a budget-friendly option for travelers.

📍 ~48 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$96

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick provides another departure option from London for flights heading to Manchester.

📍 ~39 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub offering flights to Manchester for travelers departing from London.

📍 ~24 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$133

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a convenient option for those in East London flying to Manchester.

📍 ~11 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$255

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Manchester.

📍 ~58 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another choice for travelers seeking flights from London to Manchester.

📍 ~45 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from London to Manchester.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)

Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is a useful alternative with good road access via the M62 and M56 motorways.

📍 ~48 km from Manchester (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Leeds Bradford (LBA)

Cheapest

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is a practical alternative for travelers to Northern England with regional flights.

📍 ~57 km from Manchester (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$89

Birmingham (BHX)

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is a reliable alternative with a direct rail link from Manchester Piccadilly.

📍 ~115 km from Manchester (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$96

East Midlands (EMA)

East Midlands Airport (EMA) is convenient for travelers on the south side of Manchester via the M1.

📍 ~90 km from Manchester (primarily accessible by car)

💸 Flights from ~$99

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle Airport (NCL) is a regional hub offering international routes, useful for specific needs.

📍 ~145 km from Manchester (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$103

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manchester

Manchester, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$1,892

From LCY

Elite

Jun 19

Manchester, United Kingdom

34% AI deal score

$1,897

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Manchester is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $201. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $893. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, around $350.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Manchester is considered to be $249 or less. The median price for this route was $339. Prices can range higher, with 75% of observed prices being $557 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify when they are getting a competitive fare.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Manchester, with a median price of $97. December and February also offer relatively low median prices at $130 and $135, respectively. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $339 for this route.

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