Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to London from Manchester is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around £91, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around £92.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to London?

Accepted Answer

British Airways, KLM and Ryanair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Manchester according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 87% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to London flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to London flight.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £621. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Manchester to London for around £638.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 9 flights per day flying from Manchester to London. The most common time of day flights depart is 07:00, with 66% of flights taking off at midday.

Question 6

How have Manchester to London flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Manchester to London flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as £565. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £653.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Tuesday 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 9

What is the cheapest Manchester to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around £107 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Manchester for as low as £89 on momondo.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Manchester to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, TUI fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Manchester and London?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £85 to £106.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £66.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

How often are flights from Manchester to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Manchester and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 97 minutes.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 66 flights per week flying from Manchester to London. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 44% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

We’ve found that taking a flight from Manchester to London with {10} is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Manchester to London or a bus from Manchester to London can take you longer than a 1h 00m flight.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A bus from Manchester to London from £13 can save you up to 87% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a flight from Manchester to London or a train from Manchester to London.

Question 20

Which airlines fly direct from Manchester to London?

Accepted Answer

While various airlines offer flights from Manchester to London, only British Airways flies directly between the two cities. These flights all leave from Manchester Airport (MAN) and land at Heathrow Airport (LHR), taking about 1 hour. The shortest one-stop flights are on KLM, stopping over at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), and also landing at Heathrow. These trips will take you just under 3h 30min. Brussels Airlines flies via Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport (BRU) to land at Heathrow in around 3h 45min. You can get cheap flights from Manchester to London with easyJet, which don’t take noticeably longer than the other one-stop flights, at about 3h 50min. Planes land at London Luton Airport (LTN) after making their stopovers in Amsterdam – you’ll change planes there as well.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Manchester Airport is a world-class travel facility, handling a large portion of the air traffic in northern England. It has comprehensive assistance services for passengers with limited mobility or hidden disabilities, and the entire airport has been adapted for wheelchair access. There is a large variety of coffee shops, fast-food outlets, bars, and restaurants. You can get anything from newspapers to jewellery at the airport shops, even if you don’t have access to the duty-free area on domestic flights from Manchester to London. Heathrow Airport has these facilities on a greater scale, plus play areas for children and a very useful Reserve and Collect online shopping service – make your purchases prior to your flights from Manchester to London, and they’ll be ready for you when you land. Luton Airport is fully wheelchair-accessible and has fast-food kiosks, cafés, a restaurant, and baby changing facilities.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

To catch flights from Manchester to London, you can take a Northern Rail train, which will get you to the Manchester Airport in about 20 minutes. Trains leave every 20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly Station. To catch a bus, hop onto Megabus UK. They travel three times a day from Stand G at Manchester Shudehill Interchange and will take about 40 minutes to get you to the airport. If you land at Heathrow after your Manchester to London flights, catch the Heathrow Express from either Terminal 2 or 3. It will take about 15 minutes to reach Paddington Station. Megabus UK leaves every 3 hours, arriving at Victoria Coach Station in about 45 minutes. Landing at Luton Airport, you’ll find a National Express bus leaving hourly and taking about 1h 20min to get to Paddington Station. A quicker option is to catch a shuttle bus from the Airport Bus Station to the Luton Airport Parkway train station and then changing to a Thameslink train to St. Pancras Station.

Which cities can you get to from London airports?

Heathrow is on the western outskirts of London, so from here, you can easily reach nearby cities and towns like Slough and Reading. It will take you about 25 minutes to get to Slough on TfL (Transport for London) Rail from Paddington Station or about 30 minutes if you’re travelling by hire car or taxi. Reading is a bit further on in the direction of Stonehenge, and a direct train will get you there in just over 20 minutes. By car, it’s about 50 minutes from Heathrow. From Luton Airport, you can strike out for towns in Bedfordshire to the northwest of London. You can visit Milton Keynes and famous Bletchley in one trip – catch a Stagecoach East bus to Milton Keynes in about 1 hour and switch to a train to reach Bletchley in another 5 minutes. You can also get to Bedford in about 30 minutes by bus and train.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to London.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to London.

Question 26

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £621. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Manchester to London for around £638.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as £565. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £653.

What is the cheapest Manchester to London flight route?

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

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Manchester to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to London flights?

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to London flight.

How have Manchester to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Manchester to London flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

Which airlines fly to London?

How often are flights from Manchester to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Manchester and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 97 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night 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?

Tuesday 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 Manchester to London flights?

According to our data, TUI fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of January 2026, there are 9 flights per day flying from Manchester to London. The most common time of day flights depart is 07:00, with 66% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, there are 66 flights per week flying from Manchester to London. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 44% of flights taking off on this day.

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