May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Australia from Manchester. Prices for May average £806 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £613. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 41% on your journey compared to booking in December
When flying from Manchester to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 9% on flights from Manchester to Australia compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £859. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £900.
Most people fly from Manchester (MAN) if they book a flight from Manchester to Australia. Manchester is conveniently located just 8.9 mi from Manchester’s city center.
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, and Emirates flying from Manchester to Australia have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
Yes, there are multiple flights from Manchester to Australia for under £700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £647, but on average you can expect to pay £684.
There are currently 20+ open flights from Manchester to Australia within the next 7 days for less than £1,000.
Within the past month, 15,121 users have taken a look at flights from Manchester to Australia.
Looking for the cheapest flight from Manchester to Australia? While on average our users pay £3,544, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £551. The most popular route (Manchester - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around £649.
Consider American Airlines, Air France or Finnair when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Manchester to Australia.
When deciding which route to take from Manchester to Australia consider Manchester - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Manchester - Brisbane or Manchester - Perth as they are the most popular.
For departure on your journey from Manchester to Australia, Manchester Airport (MAN) is the most convenient place to start. However, when choosing an arrival airport you have many options. Australia is serviced by multiple airports, of which you can choose the most convenient for your trip. Depending on where you choose to land, flights may be more or less expensive: flights from Manchester to Sydney (SYD) are cheaper on average than flights from Manchester to Gold Coast (OOL). Some locations are busier due to popularity with tourists or the convenience of their location. It is also possible to take domestic flights in between Australia’s airports to cross the country, with many airlines (such as Virgin) offering regular flights between the major cities.
It is not currently possible to fly directly between Manchester and Australia. Many airlines offer flights with one or two stopovers, and you can select a flight with a stopover of just a few hours. This will enable you to find the shortest journey for your convenience. Short flights of around 20h are consistently available from airlines, such as Singapore airlines, Qantas or Etihad Airways.
There are many options for either one or multiple stops during your journey between Manchester and Australia. The journey will take around 20hrs, with the period of your layovers added on. The locations of your stops will depend on your choice of airline, and you can choose to take a longer or shorter layover depending on your preference. Common layover locations between Manchester and Australia include Dubai (DXB), Singapore (SIN) or Hong Kong (HKG). If you choose a longer layover the price of your flight may be slightly cheaper and you will have the opportunity to explore your layover location for a short time. Some flight plans are operated by multiple airlines, potentially giving you a variety of stopover locations on your departing and returning flights between Manchester and Australia.
When travelling between Manchester and Australia, UK citizens will require an Electronic Travel Authorization or an eVisitor Visa to spend up to 90 days in the country. It is possible to obtain either of these online before your trip, either free of charge, or for a small charge depending on the option you select. You must also have a passport that will be valid for the duration of your stay in Australia. It is a good idea to check your travel documents before you book your trip, such as making sure your visa and passport are valid and correct, and you may wish to make sure that your passport will be valid for longer than your intended stay in case of emergencies.
Information is based on travel restrictions from Manchester to Australia
Most visitors from Manchester need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Australia.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Manchester are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Australia.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Manchester are not required to quarantine after entering Australia.
Documents
Travel Authorization Form - Travelers who are not in an exempt category may request an individual exemption to Australia's travel restrictions using this form.
Digital Passenger Declaration - You can start a DPD seven days before your flight to Australia, but you can only submit a DPD within 72 hours before your departure.
Returning to Manchester from Australia
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Australia are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Manchester.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Australia are not required to quarantine after entering Manchester.
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