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Cheap flights from Cardiff to Manchester from £89

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWL — MAN
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cardiff to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cardiff (CWL) 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£89

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£339
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 18/12-23/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 55m total
  • Cardiff to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cardiff to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cardiff to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Thu 18/1210:30CWL - MAN
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1222:00MAN - CWL
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£89
Thu 18/1216:30CWL - MAN
1 stop6h 45mRyanair
Tue 23/1208:50MAN - CWL
2 stops12h 45mRyanair
Deal found 20/11£103
Thu 4/1210:30CWL - MAN
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1219:30MAN - CWL
1 stop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£134
Tue 2/1212:00CWL - MAN
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1208:15MAN - CWL
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£136
Wed 10/1212:00CWL - MAN
1 stop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1220:10MAN - CWL
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£145
Thu 4/1210:30CWL - MAN
2 stops22h 55mRyanair
Mon 8/1213:55MAN - CWL
2 stops9h 10mRyanair
Deal found 19/11£172

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Depart

Return

Price

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Thu 18/12

10:30-20:25

1 stop9h 55m

Manchester

Tue 23/12

22:00-07:00

1 stop9h 00m

£89

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Thu 18/12

16:30-23:15

1 stop6h 45m

Manchester

Tue 23/12

08:50-21:35

2 stops12h 45m

£103

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Thu 4/12

10:30-20:25

1 stop9h 55m

Manchester

Mon 8/12

19:30-23:05

1 stop3h 35m

£134

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Tue 2/12

12:00-21:50

1 stop9h 50m

Manchester

Wed 3/12

08:15-15:30

1 stop7h 15m

£136

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Wed 10/12

12:00-15:30

1 stop3h 30m

Manchester

Wed 10/12

20:10-10:05

1 stop13h 55m

£145

CardiffManchester

CWL - MAN

CWLMAN

Cardiff Wales

Mon 30/3

12:00-19:05

1 stop7h 05m

Manchester

Tue 31/3

19:40-11:30

1 stop15h 50m

£476

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Deals found on 20/11

Best time to book a flight from Cardiff to Manchester

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cardiff to Manchester?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Manchester (average of £73). Flying from Cardiff to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £133). 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 CWL to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cardiff 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 21 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 79% on flights from Cardiff to Manchester by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 21 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM and Ryanair from Cardiff to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,197 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cardiff to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cardiff to Manchester?

    Airlines like Ryanair fly from Cardiff to Manchester in about 6h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Cardiff to Manchester is about 142 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cardiff to Manchester round-trip from £114. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is KLM. Ryanair is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Manchester (average of £73). Flying from Cardiff to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £133). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Cardiff to Manchester

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cardiff to Manchester. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£114Average£166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£205Average£336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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