Cheap flights from Manchester to Brisbane from £461

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — BNE
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Brisbane are usually found in March or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 16 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£975

One-way from

£461

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,386
2/12-15/1
  • 2/12-15/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • Manchester to Brisbane
23/9
  • 23/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • Manchester to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£58 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2025.

Tue 2/1217:30MAN - BNE
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/110:10BNE - MAN
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8£975
Tue 2/1210:25MAN - BNE
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 31/1212:10BNE - MAN
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/8£983
Sat 6/916:50MAN - BNE
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/915:10BNE - MAN
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8£983
Mon 15/916:55MAN - BNE
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1018:05BNE - MAN
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8£985
Fri 31/1011:50MAN - BNE
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1106:40BNE - MAN
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8£987
Wed 17/916:05MAN - BNE
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1018:05BNE - MAN
1 stop24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8£989
Fri 5/911:10MAN - BNE
1 stop26h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 6/1012:35BNE - MAN
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/8£990
Mon 15/916:55MAN - BNE
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/915:10BNE - MAN
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8£993
Tue 2/1210:25MAN - BNE
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 13/1207:15BNE - MAN
2 stops34h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/8£994
Wed 17/916:05MAN - BNE
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1022:10BNE - MAN
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8£997
Thu 4/916:25MAN - BNE
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Thu 18/910:10BNE - MAN
2 stops46h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 15/8£998

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ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Tue 3/2

10:25-17:10

2 stops44h 45m

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

12:10-07:55

1 stop29h 45m

£981

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Fri 31/10

17:20-10:30

2 stops31h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 14/11

06:40-07:55

2 stops35h 15m

£986

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Sun 1/2

10:25-17:10

2 stops44h 45m

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

12:10-07:55

1 stop29h 45m

£996

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Tue 3/2

10:25-17:10

2 stops44h 45m

Brisbane

Sat 14/3

06:05-07:55

2 stops35h 50m

£1,009

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Sat 6/9

12:05-08:15

3 stops35h 10m

Brisbane

Tue 30/9

07:00-11:05

3 stops37h 05m

£1,010

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Thu 8/1

11:40-08:15

2 stops34h 35m

Brisbane

Tue 3/2

10:10-09:00

2 stops56h 50m

£1,019

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Thu 8/1

17:15-08:15

2 stops29h 00m

Brisbane

Thu 5/2

10:10-08:00

2 stops55h 50m

£1,019

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Fri 5/9

11:10-22:25

1 stop26h 15m

Brisbane

Mon 6/10

23:55-21:40

2 stops30h 45m

£1,030

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Wed 4/2

06:10-22:40

2 stops30h 30m

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

12:10-07:55

1 stop29h 45m

£1,044

ManchesterBrisbane

MAN - BNE

MANBNE

Manchester

Tue 23/9

20:00-09:30

3 stops52h 30m

£461

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Brisbane

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Brisbane

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Manchester to Brisbane may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 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 Manchester to Brisbane?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Brisbane (average of £1,373). Flying from Manchester to Brisbane in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,952). 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 MAN to BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 August 2025.

When flying from Manchester to Brisbane, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Brisbane?

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

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Manchester to Brisbane?

Share of one-stop return flights from Manchester to Brisbane chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Manchester to Brisbane on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Manchester to Brisbane?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Manchester to Brisbane, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £1,647.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Manchester to Brisbane?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to Brisbane, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 23h 54m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Manchester to Brisbane?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to Brisbane, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 43m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 16 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Manchester to Brisbane by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Brisbane. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Manchester to Brisbane flights?

    You can get regular flight services to Brisbane from Manchester via several airlines operating along this route. Brisbane Airport (BNE) is the primary international hub serving South Queensland and also the third busiest airport in Australia by passenger volume and relative size. It is located about 8.6 miles from Brisbane City Centre and has two passenger terminals including an International Terminal. Manchester Airport (MAN) is the only international airport serving the city and ranks in the top five busiest airports, as well as one of the largest by size in the UK. It is located about 8.2 miles from Manchester City Centre and uses three commercial terminals with the majority of flights to Brisbane departing from Terminal 1.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Brisbane?

    Unfortunately, direct flights from Manchester to Brisbane are not currently available. There are, however, two airlines - British Airways and Qatar Airways - that provide frequent air service with minimum connections along this corridor. British Airways’ mid-afternoon flights to Brisbane from Manchester (around 15:00) make one stopover at Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha with most other flights requiring an additional stopover first at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) before connecting via Doha en route to Brisbane. Qatar Airways also offers mid-afternoon flights to Brisbane (around 15:00) from Manchester Airport that connect at Hamad International Airport before continuing to South Queensland city.

  • What are the stopover options between Manchester and Brisbane?

    Both British Airways and Qatar Airways flights to Brisbane from Manchester use Hamad International Airport in Doha as their connection point and both involve lengthy overnight stopovers with plane transfers. Passengers flying with the UK national carrier can expect stopovers lasting nearly 20h 30min in length for a total flight time of about 41h 15min and travellers using Qatar Airways will experience stopovers of nearly identical length and overall flight time. Despite these similarities fare prices for flights on British Airways are much more expensive than those of its counterpart but flights involving multiple stopovers are generally cheaper than one-stop flights.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Brisbane?

    All UK citizens are required to hold a valid passport and visa in order to enter Australia for the purposes of work or holiday travel with exceptions for in-transit passengers spending less than eight hours in the country. Electronic visas are permitted and can be processed online for free in some cases and with a service fee of about A$20 (£12) in others. Dual nationals on flights to Brisbane from Manchester should travel using their valid Australian passports where there are no visa restrictions or requirements. EU nationals and others should enquire online or with their local Australian consulate.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Brisbane round-trip?

    China Southern, at £659, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manchester to Brisbane.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific. China Southern is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Brisbane?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall can be visited by traveling about 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 6.5 mi respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £17 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Universal Studios Singapore are located about 13.4 mi, 10.5 mi, and 13.4 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about £54 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Brisbane flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Brisbane 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 Manchester to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Brisbane (average of £1,373). Flying from Manchester to Brisbane in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,952). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£659Average£1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£759Average£892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£813Average£1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£815Average£1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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China EasternCheapest£889Average£1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air FranceCheapest£915Average£1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£950Average£1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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FinnairCheapest£994Average£1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£998Average£1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£1,004Average£1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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