Which airlines fly to Manchester?

easyJet, British Airways and Ryanair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport according to our data. easyJet is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Manchester on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Manchester?

Ryanair, easyJet, and Vueling are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to Manchester

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?

Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manchester Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Manchester Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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05:55 - 11:25LGW-MAN

5h 30m1 stop

20:20 - 07:40MAN-LGW

11h 20m1 stop

£88easyJet

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Thu, 18 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

05:55 - 11:25LGW-MAN

5h 30m1 stop

19:55 - 07:40MAN-LGW

11h 45m1 stop

£89easyJet

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Thu, 25 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

17:55 - 22:45LGW-MAN

4h 50m1 stop

19:55 - 07:40MAN-LGW

11h 45m1 stop

£91easyJet

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Wed, 17 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

17:55 - 22:45LGW-MAN

4h 50m1 stop

19:55 - 07:40MAN-LGW

11h 45m1 stop

£92easyJet

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Wed, 17 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

20:20 - 09:10LGW-MAN

12h 50m1 stop

18:30 - 08:15MAN-LGW

13h 45m1 stop

£111

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Fri, 17 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct

20:20 - 07:35LGW-MAN

11h 15m1 stop

17:45 - 07:55MAN-LGW

14h 10m1 stop

£118

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Sat, 13 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep

17:30 - 22:20LGW-MAN

4h 50m1 stop

12:00 - 17:05MAN-LGW

5h 05m1 stop

£120Ryanair

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Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep

09:40 - 14:00LGW-MAN

4h 20m1 stop

14:40 - 19:20MAN-LGW

4h 40m1 stop

£125Ryanair

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Tue, 26 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep

21:45 - 11:50LGW-MAN

14h 05m1 stop

12:30 - 18:45MAN-LGW

6h 15m1 stop

£138Vueling

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Fri, 16 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

13:00 - 19:00LGW-MAN

6h 00m1 stop

19:55 - 08:15MAN-LGW

12h 20m1 stop

£154Vueling

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Fri, 16 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

Ryanair flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

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Ryanair

28 Aug

LGW17:30London Gatwick

4h 50m

1 stop

MAN22:20Manchester

4 Sept

MAN12:00Manchester

5h 05m

1 stop

LGW17:05London Gatwick

£120

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Ryanair

26 Aug

LGW09:40London Gatwick

4h 20m

1 stop

MAN14:00Manchester

2 Sept

MAN14:40Manchester

4h 40m

1 stop

LGW19:20London Gatwick

£125

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Ryanair

27 Aug

LGW08:50London Gatwick

4h 40m

1 stop

MAN13:30Manchester

3 Sept

MAN07:55Manchester

4h 25m

1 stop

LGW12:20London Gatwick

£125

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easyJet

18 Sept

LGW05:55London Gatwick

5h 30m

1 stop

MAN11:25Manchester

24 Sept

MAN20:20Manchester

11h 20m

1 stop

LGW07:40London Gatwick

£88

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easyJet

25 Sept

LGW05:55London Gatwick

5h 30m

1 stop

MAN11:25Manchester

30 Sept

MAN19:55Manchester

11h 45m

1 stop

LGW07:40London Gatwick

£89

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easyJet

17 Sept

LGW17:55London Gatwick

4h 50m

1 stop

MAN22:45Manchester

23 Sept

MAN19:55Manchester

11h 45m

1 stop

LGW07:40London Gatwick

£91

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Thu 18/9

05:55-11:25

1 stop5h 30m

Manchester

Wed 24/9

20:20-07:40

1 stop11h 20m

£88

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05:55-11:25

1 stop5h 30m

Manchester

Tue 30/9

19:55-07:40

1 stop11h 45m

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LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Wed 17/9

17:55-22:45

1 stop4h 50m

Manchester

Tue 23/9

19:55-07:40

1 stop11h 45m

£91

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LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Wed 17/9

17:55-22:45

1 stop4h 50m

Manchester

Tue 23/9

19:55-07:40

1 stop11h 45m

£92

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Fri 17/10

20:20-09:10

1 stop12h 50m

Manchester

Sun 19/10

18:30-08:15

1 stop13h 45m

£111

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Sat 13/9

20:20-07:35

1 stop11h 15m

Manchester

Sun 14/9

17:45-07:55

1 stop14h 10m

£118

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Thu 28/8

17:30-22:20

1 stop4h 50m

Manchester

Thu 4/9

12:00-17:05

1 stop5h 05m

£120

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Tue 26/8

09:40-14:00

1 stop4h 20m

Manchester

Tue 2/9

14:40-19:20

1 stop4h 40m

£125

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Fri 16/1

21:45-11:50

1 stop14h 05m

Manchester

Mon 19/1

12:30-18:45

1 stop6h 15m

£138

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Fri 16/1

13:00-19:00

1 stop6h 00m

Manchester

Sun 18/1

19:55-08:15

1 stop12h 20m

£154

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £109. If you aren’t able to travel to Manchester during the month of January, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £111.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Manchester?

The cheapest day to depart from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as £102. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £134. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Manchester.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Manchester?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Manchester is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as £104. Flights to Manchester are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of £121. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manchester for around £174 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport for as low as £85 on momondo.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Manchester flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Manchester flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap London Gatwick Airport to Manchester (LGW to MAN) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	£51
Fastest flight time	3h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Manchester	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is £51. The best return flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £88.

The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester takes 3h 20m

There are no direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Popular non-direct route for this connection is London Gatwick Airport - Manchester Airport.

There is 1 airport near Manchester: Manchester (MAN)

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How far is London Gatwick to Manchester by plane?
There are 182.5 mi between London Gatwick and Manchester. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 3h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manchester Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Manchester Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is British Airways, representing 37% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are easyJet at 36%, Ryanair at 16%, and Aurigny Air at 11%.

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom £76	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
easyJet	PriceFrom £97	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 1,822 reviews	Search easyJet flights
Ryanair	PriceFrom £107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 5,154 reviews	Search Ryanair flights
Aurigny Air	PriceFrom £251	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 10 reviews	Search Aurigny Air flights

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