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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester from £52

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MAN
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Manchester are usually found in January or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Manchester (MAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£104

One-way from

£52

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£222
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 6/10-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 10h 00m total
  • London to Manchester
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • London to Manchester
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Manchester

Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2025.

Mon 6/1018:50LGW - MAN
1 stop4h 25measyJet
Tue 7/1012:15MAN - LGW
1 stop5h 35measyJet
Deal found 12/7£104
Thu 7/818:25LGW - MAN
1 stop12h 50mRyanair
Sun 10/821:45MAN - LGW
1 stop10h 10mRyanair
Deal found 13/7£105
Tue 26/808:50LGW - MAN
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/910:25MAN - LGW
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7£107

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Manchester that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Manchester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Mon 6/10

18:50-23:15

1 stop4h 25m

Manchester

Tue 7/10

12:15-17:50

1 stop5h 35m

£104

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Thu 7/8

18:25-07:15

1 stop12h 50m

Manchester

Sun 10/8

21:45-07:55

1 stop10h 10m

£105

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Tue 26/8

08:50-13:50

1 stop5h 00m

Manchester

Tue 2/9

10:25-22:25

1 stop12h 00m

£107

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Mon 15/9

06:15-15:30

1 stop9h 15m

£52

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Fri 3/10

20:20-09:10

1 stop12h 50m

£53

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Mon 15/9

12:10-22:20

1 stop10h 10m

£55

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

21:05-11:50

1 stop14h 45m

£63

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Wed 17/9

15:05-20:40

1 stop5h 35m

£101

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Sat 29/11

08:35-18:20

1 stop9h 45m

£117

LondonManchester

LGW - MAN

LGWMAN

London Gatwick

Sat 19/7

21:15-09:25

1 stop12h 10m

£167

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/7

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 July 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 54% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Manchester flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Manchester. Reviews last updated 14 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Norwegian, Vueling, andIberia from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Kaisha,Apr 2025

BGO - OSL

Fast boarding via 3 groups, plane left and arrived early. My seat was quite hard but fine for a short domestic flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester from London Gatwick?

    For a flight from London Gatwick to Manchester, you will be flying into Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city. Manchester is the only Manchester airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 4 airlines have flights to Manchester from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester round-trip?

    Flying on easyJet is currently your cheapest option to Manchester, with prices starting at £104. Another option worth looking into is Ryanair, starting at £105 return. You may be able to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with easyJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £52. Ryanair flights start at £55 while deals on Vueling start at £63 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Manchester that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Manchester flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Manchester?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Manchester.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Manchester?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Manchester by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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British AirwaysCheapest£75Average£99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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easyJetCheapest£95Average£210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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RyanairCheapest£102Average£125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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