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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Manchester from £39

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAN
5 Feb — 12 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 January 2026.

Wed 18/207:00EDI - MAN
1 stop4h 45measyJet
Wed 25/212:25MAN - EDI
1 stop5h 30measyJet
Deal found 4/1£71
Tue 3/210:50EDI - MAN
1 stop6h 35measyJet
Tue 10/208:45MAN - EDI
1 stop13h 40measyJet
Deal found 4/1£72
Thu 29/107:05EDI - MAN
1 stop9h 50measyJet
Wed 4/215:00MAN - EDI
1 stop6h 55measyJet
Deal found 4/1£73
Sat 21/318:05EDI - MAN
1 stop3h 55measyJet
Sun 22/309:10MAN - EDI
1 stop12h 10measyJet
Deal found 5/1£77
Mon 19/107:55EDI - MAN
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/119:25MAN - EDI
1 stop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1£84
Mon 2/214:00EDI - MAN
1 stop6h 20mRyanair
Mon 9/206:25MAN - EDI
1 stop7h 10mRyanair
Deal found 5/1£86
Sun 11/120:45EDI - MAN
1 stop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/106:55MAN - EDI
1 stop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1£92
Tue 3/208:20EDI - MAN
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/220:05MAN - EDI
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1£94
Fri 9/117:05EDI - MAN
1 stop3h 35mRyanair
Sun 11/114:20MAN - EDI
1 stop19h 20mRyanair
Deal found 5/1£103
Sun 1/220:45EDI - MAN
1 stop3h 20mRyanair
Sun 8/205:45MAN - EDI
1 stop7h 35mRyanair
Deal found 4/1£104
Mon 19/107:55EDI - MAN
1 stop5h 35mRyanair
Fri 23/111:40MAN - EDI
2 stops10h 50mRyanair
Deal found 4/1£105
Wed 7/119:40EDI - MAN
1 stop12h 25measyJet
Mon 19/119:15MAN - EDI
1 stop2h 50measyJet
Deal found 5/1£114

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) 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 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£71

One-way from

£39

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£204
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 5/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to Manchester
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15/1
  • 15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£24 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 18/2

07:00-11:45

1 stop4h 45m

Manchester

Wed 25/2

12:25-17:55

1 stop5h 30m

£71

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/2

10:50-17:25

1 stop6h 35m

Manchester

Tue 10/2

08:45-22:25

1 stop13h 40m

£72

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/1

07:05-16:55

1 stop9h 50m

Manchester

Wed 4/2

15:00-21:55

1 stop6h 55m

£73

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/2

14:00-20:20

1 stop6h 20m

Manchester

Mon 9/2

06:25-13:35

1 stop7h 10m

£86

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/2

08:20-16:40

1 stop8h 20m

Manchester

Tue 3/2

20:05-08:35

1 stop12h 30m

£94

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

22:50-07:00

1 stop8h 10m

Manchester

Fri 20/3

19:25-22:25

1 stop3h 00m

£103

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/1

22:40-07:45

1 stop9h 05m

Manchester

Wed 4/2

08:15-19:25

2 stops11h 10m

£103

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/2

20:45-00:05

1 stop3h 20m

Manchester

Sun 8/2

05:45-13:20

1 stop7h 35m

£104

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/2

08:20-16:40

1 stop8h 20m

Manchester

Tue 10/2

07:35-20:15

1 stop12h 40m

£104

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

07:55-13:30

1 stop5h 35m

Manchester

Fri 23/1

11:40-22:30

2 stops10h 50m

£105

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Manchester is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester (average of £38). Flying from Edinburgh to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £95). 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.

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 6 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Ryanair, andeasyJet from Edinburgh to Manchester to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,241 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,858 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,652 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?

    Departing from Edinburgh to Manchester will take you 4h 45m. The distance from Edinburgh to Manchester is about 185 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Manchester is easyJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £60 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ryanair and British Airways, starting at £97 and £162 round-trip. easyJet is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Manchester one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £32 on easyJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ryanair from £50 and British Airways from £54 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester (average of £38). Flying from Edinburgh to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £95). 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 4 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Manchester

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh 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 6 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
easyJetCheapest£60Average£103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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RyanairCheapest£97Average£125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£162Average£209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£197Average£264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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