Question 1

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manchester from Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manchester for around £623 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 Raleigh for as low as £423 on momondo.

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Manchester?

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Icelandair, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Manchester

Question 3

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

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Manchester is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £459. Flights to Manchester are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £1,111. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

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In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Manchester. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £511. If you aren’t able to travel to Manchester during the month of April, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £516.

Question 5

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

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The cheapest day to depart from Raleigh to Manchester is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as £477. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £704. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Manchester.

Question 6

Which airlines fly to Manchester?

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Icelandair, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Manchester from Raleigh according to our data. Icelandair is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Manchester on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 7

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at Manchester airport?

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Raleigh to Manchester flights land to the south of Manchester city centre, as the airport is on the outskirts of the city. The nearest town of interest is Macclesfield, which is one of the most historic places in the Greater Manchester region. You can get there by taking the No. 130 bus or a train from Manchester Piccadilly Station. Both options will take about 55 minutes to reach their destination. West of Manchester is Warrington, which is about halfway to Liverpool, almost at the source of the River Mersey. To get there, you can take a Northern Line train, which will take about an hour and 30 minutes. And don’t miss the chance to visit the Peak District National Park, which you can access from the town of Buxton, which is about two hours away by train, or 30 minutes from the airport in a hire car or taxi. Make sure to check for the latest cheap flights from Raleigh to Manchester to book through momondo.

Question 8

Which airlines fly direct from Raleigh to Manchester?

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There unfortunately aren’t any direct flights from Raleigh to Manchester, so look for one-stop flights for the quicker trips. The shortest flight is on American Airlines, which flies to Heathrow (LHR) from Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDA) and switches to British Airways for the Manchester leg. The total travel time is about eight hours and 30 minutes. Nine-hour flights are available on American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue, which fly first to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and change to Aer Lingus or Virgin Atlantic for the flight to Manchester. Air Canada offers a nine-hour, one-stop flight stopping over at Toronto International Airport (YYZ). You can also fly via Atlanta on Delta, Southwest Airlines or Frontier Airlines, where you’ll switch to Virgin Atlantic. This will take just over nine hours and 15 minutes. A final option is to board Delta Airlines, and fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle, for a transfer to Air France. Total flying time is around nine hours and 40 minutes.

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

You can get from the centre of Raleigh in about 30 minutes by taking the Line 100 bus from GoRaleigh Station to the airport’s Terminal 1. This is the only public transport option, but you can also drive there or take a taxi, a trip of about 20 minutes. Town car hire is available, supplied by Jayride Private Transfers. This will also take about 20 minutes to get to the airport. You can get from Manchester Airport to the centre of the city by catching a Northern Line train, which takes about 20 minutes on the standard line, or about 15 minutes on the express line. The No. 43 bus will also get you to the city centre, and will take about an hour to do so. If you prefer to drive yourself, you can hire a car at the airport. Otherwise, catch a taxi or use a ride-share service, all of which will take about 30 minutes to get to central Manchester.

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

You can catch return and one-way flights from Raleigh to Manchester at Raleigh-Durham Airport. It has lots of modern passenger facilities, including comprehensive accessibility amenities for passengers with limited mobility or other special needs. There is convenient handicap parking access, with wheelchairs, service animals and TSA Cares staff constantly on hand for anyone who needs them. The airport’s eateries specialise in local produce, with shops selling almost anything from local products and confectionary to books, cosmetics and leather apparel and accessories. Manchester Airport is the largest and busiest in the north of England, so it has world-class international travel facilities, including a World Duty Free area and Fast Track access through check-in and security for a small extra fee. Shops, eateries and bars are plentiful, and the ubiquitous fast-food outlets are there too. The airport has very good wheelchair accessibility, with human assistance on hand constantly for passengers with limited mobility.

Question 9

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport?

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Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport are updated daily.

Question 10

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport?

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There are 3 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport as of August 2025.

Question 11

How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport?

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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 Raleigh-Durham Airport to Manchester Airport.

Question 12

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

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The required travel and health documents for your Manchester Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Manchester Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Icelandair	PriceFrom £387	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 537 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £485	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,316 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 661 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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