Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from London to Manchester is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as £101. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £135. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Manchester.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manchester from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manchester for around £113 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 for as low as £85 on momondo.

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

How many flights depart from London to Manchester on average per week?

Accepted Answer

68 flights are operational weekly from London to Manchester as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 40% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 5

Which airlines fly to Manchester?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, Ryanair and easyJet are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Manchester from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 81% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Manchester on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

Can stopping save me money on London to Manchester flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Manchester flight.

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Manchester flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

How many flights depart from London to Manchester on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 9 flights per day flying from London to Manchester. The most common time of day flights depart is 15:00, with 49% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 9

How often are flights from London to Manchester delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between London and Manchester have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

Question 10

How have London to Manchester flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for London to Manchester flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 11

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Manchester flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, TUI fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Manchester is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as £105. Flights to Manchester are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of £126. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 13

What cabin class options are available on London to Manchester flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Manchester flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

Accepted Answer

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from London to Manchester. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £87. If you aren’t able to travel to Manchester during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £91.

Question 15

What is the cheapest London to Manchester flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Heathrow to Manchester for the best London - Manchester flight prices

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

easyJet, Ryanair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Manchester

Question 17

Is flying the fastest way to get from London to Manchester?

Accepted Answer

The quickest way is to book a flight from London to Manchester, which can be as quick as 1h 10m onboard British Airways. You can also get a train from London to Manchester, or a bus from London to Manchester which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

Question 18

Is flying the cheapest way to get from London to Manchester?

Accepted Answer

Expect a bus to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a bus has deals available from £12. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a flight from London to Manchester or a train from London to Manchester can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.

Question 19

Which airlines fly direct from London to Manchester?

Accepted Answer

When looking for direct flights from London to Manchester, you will only find one main provider offering such flights. British Airways is the main airline provider of flights domestically in England as well as an international powerhouse in the airline industry globally. When searching for cheap flights from London to Manchester, British Airways is the only provider to have direct flights for this route. Direct flights from London to Manchester will take on average 1h 15min to complete. Flights from London to Manchester are not very expensive due to the popularity of the airport and you will often find cheap tickets from London to Manchester. London to Manchester flights leave the airport on a daily basis and you should be able to travel this route whenever you need and it will not be too expensive due to the short distance between the two airports.

Question 20

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Manchester?

Accepted Answer

The main airport in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Manchester Airport is located about 20 minutes south of the city centre and there are many connections to take to get you from the city centre to the airport, The airport is easily reached by bus, train, car and metro trains. If you drive to the airport then you will be dropped off at the entrance to the airport. If you take a bus or a train then you will arrive at terminal 2 located in the airport's transportation hub. The best way to reach the airport would be to take the train from Manchester Piccadilly Station to the airport. The main airport of London is Heathrow Airport which serves millions of travellers each year whether it be domestic or international. If you are driving from the city centre of London to Heathrow by car, it will take you on average an hour to arrive at the airport. If you are looking for trains to and from the airport, you should find that the best option would be the Piccadilly train line that connects the centre of London to Heathrow airport using the Heathrow express which leaves Victoria Station hourly.

Which cities can you get to from Manchester Airport?

If you have booked a one-way flight from London to Manchester then you may be looking at what other towns and cities are in the area that you can visit. Well, some of the towns nearby to Manchester include Bradford, Sheffield, Liverpool and Leeds. The UK also has a very robust and extensive transport system that will be able to take you all over the country. If you are looking to get to the nearby cities of London then the best option would be to take the Manchester Express from the Airport to Manchester Piccadilly Station. From Manchester Piccadilly Station, you will be able to take a train almost anywhere in the country with cities like Liverpool and Leeds being one to two hours away by train.

Question 21

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Manchester?

Accepted Answer

Out of the six airports found in London, the only airport that offers flights from London to Manchester is London Heathrow International Airport and due to the popularity of the airport and the recent extension and renovation of it, the airport has all the basic amenities and now has more advanced facilities. These include improved e-check in systems, more airport staff to help you as well as having built three new runways on the airport's ground. If you are looking for cheap flights from London to Manchester then London Heathrow International Airport will offer them due to the amount of flights they have and how many passengers they serve every year. Manchester airport, although not as popular as London Heathrow International, is a very popular airport for passengers to use, with the airport being called “the gateway to the north”. Manchester Airport serves flights to over 200 other cities and has foot traffic in the millions each year.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to Manchester Airport were last updated today.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Manchester Airport.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Manchester Airport.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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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Can stopping save me money on London to Manchester flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Manchester flight.

How have London to Manchester flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for London to Manchester flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

easyJet, Ryanair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Manchester

Which airlines fly to Manchester?

How often are flights from London to Manchester delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between London and Manchester have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 99 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Manchester flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Manchester flights?

According to our data, TUI fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Manchester on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 9 flights per day flying from London to Manchester. The most common time of day flights depart is 15:00, with 49% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London to Manchester on average per week?

68 flights are operational weekly from London to Manchester as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 40% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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