Cheap Flights to Manchester Airport (MAN)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Manchester? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Manchester.

Airports near Manchester

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

Direct flights to Manchester

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to Manchester is 1 hour and 4 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Dublin.
Ryanair, Aer Lingus, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emerald Airlines, American Airlines and Ryanair UK Ltd. all fly direct to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly to Manchester is usually July.
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.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight 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.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Manchester Airport is Saturday, 5 July 2025.
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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying to Manchester

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found30 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 12 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week209

Discover Manchester

How to find cheap flights to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Manchester Airport is 15 €. A return plane ticket to MAN is currently 30 €.

  • Book at the right time with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to MAN rises or falls.

  • To get cheap tickets to Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located, book six months in advance. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.

  • Broaden your search for cheap flights to Manchester by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' box. This allows you to compare prices for all the nearest airports at your destination and departure points and could help you save money.

  • If you aren't in a rush to get to Manchester, think about taking a little detour. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Manchester Airport by booking a flight with a stop or two.

Best time to go to Manchester

  • May is usually the cheapest month to board a flight to Manchester.

  • Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to MAN that fits your plans and budget.

  • If you'd like to experience Manchester at its busiest, lock in your flights to MAN for August. Travelling during peak periods usually means more things to do compared to other times.

  • February is the quietest period of the year to visit if you're after a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Manchester then.

  • With averages of between 9ºC and 23ºC, July is when Manchester is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to get the most out of your time here.

  • Ranging from -1ºC to 7ºC, January is when temperatures are lowest.

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

Getting to central Manchester from Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • The distance from MAN to central Manchester is about 18 kilometres.

  • If you're taking a cab or driving a car hire after your flight to MAN, it'll take around 30 minutes to get to the centre.

  • Roughly 1 hour 5 minutes is how long it'll take to make it there on public transport.

  • Make every moment in Manchester count by choosing one of these top hotels:

Manchester highlights

Manchester Museum

  • Make Manchester Museum one of the first places you visit after your flight to Manchester Airport. You'll find it in Chorlton-on-Medlock around 2 kilometres south of the city centre.

Manchester Art Gallery

  • Cross off one of the most popular attractions in Manchester by visiting Manchester Art Gallery. It's in China Town roughly 0.32 kilometres south of the centre.

The John Rylands Library

  • From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 0.48 kilometres west. It's located in the Spinningfields neighbourhood and an essential part of any visit to Manchester.

Complete your trip with a Manchester car hire

  • Pick one of our car rentals in Manchester and visit the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride after you've reserved your hotel and cheap flight to Manchester Airport.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.