Are there direct flights from Dubai to Manchester?

Yes, direct flights from Dubai to Manchester are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Across the trailing quarter, approximately 4.9% of observed flights were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This suggests that while direct options exist, flights with layovers are more common for this route.

How long is the flight from Dubai to Manchester?

The direct flight from Dubai to Manchester typically takes around 7 hours and 45 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 465 minutes. For flights with one stop, the journey is considerably longer, with a median duration of 15 hours and 10 minutes, or 910 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 5655 kilometers.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Dubai to Manchester?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Dubai to Manchester. The median price for connecting flights was $778 across the trailing 90 days. In contrast, direct flights had a significantly higher median price of $1274. This represents a premium of 64% for choosing a direct flight. Direct flights also constituted a smaller share of the options, at approximately 4.8%.

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Dubai to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Manchester

A typical flight from Dubai to Manchester costs between $654 and $1083, with a median fare of $803. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly cheaper flights might require flexibility or advance planning.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dubai to Manchester, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $557. Following February, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $673, and October is another good option at $685. These months present the best opportunities to find lower fares.

A typical journey from Dubai to Manchester takes about 8h 5m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. While direct flights from Dubai to Manchester are available, they represent only 4.9% of recent fares, meaning you'll likely encounter at least one stop.

The distance between Dubai and Manchester is 5655 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should expect a substantial travel time, often involving multiple hours in the air and potentially layovers, given the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Manchester

Regular price: $463 - $885

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

The regular price range for this route is between $463 and $885. The current lowest deal is $385 with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Jan 19-Jan 28.

now $385

Low $463

High $885

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Manchester

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester is February, with a median price of $557. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1500. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $557

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,500

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Manchester

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

SunExpress

$726

$739

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$576

$802

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Valuair

$731

$812

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$561

$729

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$516

$729

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Emirates Airlines

$547

$1,132

One-way

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

1 night

Jan 13 - Jan 14

$570 → $401

30%

8 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 27

$551 → $392

29%

28 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 23

$534 → $396

26%

27 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 22

$534 → $396

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Dubai - Manchester route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Dubai to Manchester are near the typical level, with a median of $803.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester, with a median price of $557.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester typically take 8h 5m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with only 4.9% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Emirates Airlines has offered direct flights from Dubai to Manchester recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Dubai to Manchester appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai Bus Station for budget-friendly travel from Dubai to Manchester.

📍 ~8 km from Dubai (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$359

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$383

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)

Consider Liverpool John Lennon for its proximity and strong base for low-cost European flights.

📍 ~45 km from Manchester (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$409

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dubai to Manchester is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $851. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices around $1056, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in higher average prices of $1196. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance had an average price of $900, which was still higher than the 14-27 day window.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Dubai to Manchester is considered to be $654 or less. The median price for this route has been $803. Prices typically begin to increase above the median, with 75% of observed prices being $1083 or less. Therefore, finding a flight at or below $654 indicates a particularly favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester is February, with a median price of $557. Other relatively inexpensive months include November, with a median price of $673, and October, with a median price of $685. The annual median price for this route is $803, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Dubai to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Manchester

Regular price: $463 - $885

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

The regular price range for this route is between $463 and $885. The current lowest deal is $385 with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Jan 19-Jan 28.

now $385

Low $463

High $885

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Manchester

February

Cheapest

Flights from $557

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,500

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Manchester

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

SunExpress

$726

$739

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$576

$802

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Valuair

$731

$812

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$561

$729

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$516

$729

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Manchester

Dubai (DXB) - Manchester (MAN)

Emirates Airlines

$547

$1,132

One-way

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

1 night

Jan 13 - Jan 14

$570 → $401

30%

8 nights

Jan 19 - Jan 27

$551 → $392

29%

28 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 23

$534 → $396

26%

27 nights

Jan 26 - Feb 22

$534 → $396

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Dubai - Manchester route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Dubai to Manchester are near the typical level, with a median of $803.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester, with a median price of $557.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester typically take 8h 5m, while connecting flights average 18h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with only 4.9% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Emirates Airlines has offered direct flights from Dubai to Manchester recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Dubai to Manchester appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Cheapest

Consider Dubai Bus Station for budget-friendly travel from Dubai to Manchester.

📍 ~8 km from Dubai (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$359

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$383

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)

Consider Liverpool John Lennon for its proximity and strong base for low-cost European flights.

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

Cheap Flights from Dubai to Manchester

Today’s best flight deals from Dubai to Manchester

Dubai to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Manchester

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Manchester

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Dubai - Manchester route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Dubai main airports to depart from

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manchester

Best Elite deals to Manchester

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai to Manchester?

How do I know if a Dubai to Manchester flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Manchester?

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Manchester?

How long is the flight from Dubai to Manchester?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Dubai to Manchester?

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Flights to Manchester from other cities

Dubai to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Manchester

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Direct flights from Dubai to Manchester

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Manchester

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Manchester

Dubai - Manchester route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Direct flights average 8h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Dubai main airports to depart from

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manchester

Best Elite deals to Manchester

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Nov 23

Dec 04

Dec 29

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai to Manchester?

How do I know if a Dubai to Manchester flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Manchester?