Are direct flights from Manchester to Exeter always the best option?

Direct flights usually offer convenience and save travel time, which can be a priority for many travelers. However, flights with layovers may sometimes be more affordable. It's often beneficial to compare both direct and connecting flight prices to find the best balance for your trip.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Exeter flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to discovering cheaper flight options. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Exeter flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your journey.

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2026-09-29 – 2026-09-30
MAN - Exeter
70% AI deal score
£213
£93
Round trip
2026-10-19 – 2026-10-21
MAN - Exeter
73% AI deal score
£181
£93
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-14
MAN - Exeter
71% AI deal score
£168
£96
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-07
MAN - Exeter
72% AI deal score
£184
£97
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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-21
MAN - Exeter
72% AI deal score
£180
£97
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2026-10-07 – 2026-10-14
MAN - Exeter
71% AI deal score
£174
£97
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-14
MAN - Exeter
71% AI deal score
£181
£102
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-16
MAN - Exeter
70% AI deal score
£181
£106
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-02
MAN - Exeter
71% AI deal score
£189
£107
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2026-10-15 – 2026-10-19
MAN - Exeter
70% AI deal score
£181
£110
Round trip

Manchester to Exeter: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Exeter

Right now, only 1% of recent fares from Manchester to Exeter are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $105–$135, with a median of $119. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating potential savings for travelers.

When considering cheap flights from Manchester to Exeter, the cheapest time to fly is often in December, with a median fare of $91. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $98, followed by August at $105. These months present the most budget-friendly options for this route.

A typical journey from Manchester to Exeter takes about 0h 50m. This route is characterized by a high proportion of direct flights from Manchester to Exeter, with 86.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, most involve one stopover.

The distance between Manchester and Exeter is 301 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it a convenient option for travel within the region. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Exeter

Regular price: £159 - £318

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Manchester to Exeter typically range from 159 GBP to 318 GBP. The current lowest deal is 93 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 29-Sep 30.

now £93

Low £159

High £318

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Exeter

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Exeter is January, with a median price of $98. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $164. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from £98

April

Most Expensive

Flights from £164

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Exeter

Aer Lingus

easyJet UK

Livingston Energy Flight

TUI Airways

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Exeter

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£224

£144

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£293

£150

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£218

£172

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£224

£126

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£292

£128

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£227

£131

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

£293 → £129

56%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

£285 → £152

47%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£283 → £152

46%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

£288 → £161

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Manchester - Exeter route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Exeter are currently at £93, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Exeter, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 50 minutes

The typical direct flight from Manchester to Exeter takes 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 5h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 86.6% of routes from Manchester to Exeter, with 1 stopover for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aer Lingus offers the most direct deals

Aer Lingus has provided 75 direct deals for flights from Manchester to Exeter recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Flight deals from Manchester to Exeter are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Exeter, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~£168

Exeter main airports to arrive at

Exeter (EXT)

Cheapest

Exeter Airport is a convenient arrival choice for reaching Exeter and the surrounding Devon area.

📍 ~9 km from Exeter city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£84

Airports nearby Exeter used as alternative

Bristol (BRS)

Bristol Airport is a major international airport and a primary alternative due to its proximity to Exeter.

📍 ~100 km from Exeter (reachable by car, but can experience heavy traffic on the M5 during peak times)

💸 Flights from ~£64

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Exeter

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Manchester to Exeter.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Exeter

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MAN

Elite

Dec 29

Exeter, United Kingdom

49% AI deal score

$1,848

$1,343

Save $505

KLM

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Oct 02

Exeter, United Kingdom

33% AI deal score

$2,775

Brussels Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 12

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,086

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Jan 19

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,184

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Jan 30

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 06

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 02

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Oct 12

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,270

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 16

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,475

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 26

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,486

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 20

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,492

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 19

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,500

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Exeter

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch a good offer.

Booking flights in advance can often lead to more favorable prices, especially for popular routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you decide the optimal booking moment. Last-minute deals are sometimes available but are not always guaranteed.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your travel time, the savings could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Manchester to Exeter: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Exeter

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Exeter

Regular price: £159 - £318

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Manchester to Exeter typically range from 159 GBP to 318 GBP. The current lowest deal is 93 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 29-Sep 30.

now £93

Low £159

High £318

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Exeter

January

Cheapest

Flights from £98

April

Most Expensive

Flights from £164

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Exeter

Aer Lingus

easyJet UK

Livingston Energy Flight

TUI Airways

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Exeter

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£224

£144

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£293

£150

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£218

£172

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£224

£126

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£292

£128

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Exeter

Manchester (MAN) - Exeter (EXT)

Ryanair

£227

£131

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

£293 → £129

56%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

£285 → £152

47%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£283 → £152

46%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

£288 → £161

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Manchester - Exeter route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Exeter are currently at £93, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Exeter, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 50 minutes

The typical direct flight from Manchester to Exeter takes 0h 50m, while connecting flights average 5h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 86.6% of routes from Manchester to Exeter, with 1 stopover for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aer Lingus offers the most direct deals

Aer Lingus has provided 75 direct deals for flights from Manchester to Exeter recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Flight deals from Manchester to Exeter are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Exeter, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~£168

Exeter main airports to arrive at

Exeter (EXT)

Cheapest

Exeter Airport is a convenient arrival choice for reaching Exeter and the surrounding Devon area.

📍 ~9 km from Exeter city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£84

Airports nearby Exeter used as alternative

Bristol (BRS)

Bristol Airport is a major international airport and a primary alternative due to its proximity to Exeter.

📍 ~100 km from Exeter (reachable by car, but can experience heavy traffic on the M5 during peak times)

💸 Flights from ~£64

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Exeter

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Manchester to Exeter.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Exeter

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MAN

Elite

Dec 29

Exeter, United Kingdom

49% AI deal score

$1,848

$1,343

Save $505

KLM

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Oct 02

Exeter, United Kingdom

33% AI deal score

$2,775

Brussels Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 12

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,086

Icelandair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Jan 19

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,184

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Jan 30

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 06

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 02

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$3,185

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Oct 12

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,270

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 16

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,475

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 26

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,486

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 20

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,492

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 19

Exeter, United Kingdom

32% AI deal score

$4,500

Turkish Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Exeter

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Exeter

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Exeter

Manchester to Exeter: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Exeter

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Exeter

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Direct flights from Manchester to Exeter

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Exeter

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Manchester - Exeter route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 50 minutes

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Aer Lingus offers the most direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Exeter main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Exeter used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Exeter

Best Elite deals to Exeter

Dec 29

Oct 02

Dec 12

Jan 19

Jan 30

Feb 06

Feb 02

Oct 12

Nov 16

Nov 26

Nov 20

Nov 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Exeter

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Exeter?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Exeter?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Exeter?

Are direct flights from Manchester to Exeter always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Exeter flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Manchester to Exeter flights?

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Exeter from other cities

Manchester to Exeter: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Exeter

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Exeter

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Direct flights from Manchester to Exeter

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Exeter

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Exeter

Manchester - Exeter route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 50 minutes

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Aer Lingus offers the most direct deals

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Exeter main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Exeter used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Exeter

Best Elite deals to Exeter

Dec 29

Oct 02

Dec 12

Jan 19

Jan 30

Feb 06

Feb 02

Oct 12

Nov 16

Nov 26

Nov 20

Nov 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Exeter

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Exeter?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Exeter?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manchester to Exeter?