Cheap flights from London to Manchester from £38

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAN
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Manchester are usually found in November or December, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from London to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 May 2026.

Wed 17/613:05
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop9h 10m
Ryanair
Fri 19/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop11h 55m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/5£66
Wed 17/608:00
STN
-
MAN
1 stop14h 00m
Ryanair
Fri 19/608:15
MAN
-
STN
1 stop11h 05m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/5£66
Tue 2/609:50
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop13h 50m
Ryanair
Wed 3/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop7h 55m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/4£66
Thu 4/615:15
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£68
Thu 4/608:00
STN
-
MAN
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Fri 19/608:15
MAN
-
STN
1 stop11h 05m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/4£68
Wed 3/620:35
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£68
Wed 3/613:05
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop9h 10m
Ryanair
Wed 10/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop7h 55m
Ryanair
Deal found 3/5£69
Tue 2/609:50
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop13h 50m
Ryanair
Wed 10/608:15
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop7h 55m
Ryanair
Deal found 1/5£70
Thu 7/508:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/519:30
MAN
-
STN
1 stop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£71
Tue 23/609:50
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop13h 50m
Ryanair
Tue 30/606:50
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop6h 05m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/5£71
Wed 17/621:20
STN
-
MAN
1 stop14h 15m
Ryanair
Wed 24/608:15
MAN
-
STN
1 stop10h 25m
Ryanair
Deal found 3/5£71
Sat 30/521:25
LTN
-
MAN
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/619:00
MAN
-
LTN
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£72

Find flight deals from London to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£66

One-way from

£38

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£120

Good round-trip deal

£116 or less

Good one-way deal

£66 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 17/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • London to Manchester
14/5
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to Manchester
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£5 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Manchester.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Manchester.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Manchester that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonManchester

LTN - MAN

LTNMAN

London Luton

Wed 17/6

13:05-22:15

1 stop9h 10m

Manchester

Fri 19/6

08:15-20:10

1 stop11h 55m

£66

LondonManchester

LTN - MAN

LTNMAN

London Luton

Thu 4/6

15:15-00:25

1 stop9h 10m

Manchester

Fri 19/6

08:15-20:10

1 stop11h 55m

£68

LondonManchester

LTN - MAN

LTNMAN

London Luton

Wed 3/6

20:35-11:35

1 stop15h 00m

Manchester

Wed 10/6

08:15-16:10

1 stop7h 55m

£68

LondonManchester

LTN - MAN

LTNMAN

London Luton

Tue 23/6

09:50-23:40

1 stop13h 50m

Manchester

Tue 30/6

06:50-12:55

1 stop6h 05m

£71

LondonManchester

STN - MAN

STNMAN

London Stansted

Thu 4/6

08:00-18:40

1 stop10h 40m

Manchester

Mon 8/6

19:25-09:40

1 stop14h 15m

£71

LondonManchester

STN - MAN

STNMAN

London Stansted

Thu 18/6

22:05-11:55

1 stop13h 50m

Manchester

Sun 21/6

19:05-07:30

1 stop12h 25m

£72

LondonManchester

STN - MAN

STNMAN

London Stansted

Thu 11/6

19:15-08:05

1 stop12h 50m

Manchester

Sun 14/6

20:50-08:35

1 stop11h 45m

£72

LondonManchester

LTN - MAN

LTNMAN

London Luton

Sat 13/6

18:15-09:10

1 stop14h 55m

Manchester

Sat 20/6

17:10-00:30

1 stop7h 20m

£73

LondonManchester

STN - MAN

STNMAN

London Stansted

Wed 17/6

08:00-22:00

1 stop14h 00m

Manchester

Wed 24/6

17:50-23:45

1 stop5h 55m

£73

LondonManchester

STN - MAN

STNMAN

London Stansted

Sat 30/5

06:35-11:25

1 stop4h 50m

Manchester

Sat 6/6

19:00-23:20

1 stop4h 20m

£74

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Best time to book a flight from London to Manchester

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

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

The best time to book flights from London to Manchester is 58 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 London to Manchester?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Manchester (average of £52). Flying from London to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £82). 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 LON to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 4 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Manchester in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Manchester?

How often are flights from London to Manchester delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between London and Manchester have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Manchester flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Manchester flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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 4 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ryanair and British Airways from London 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.

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Manchester from London. Booking flights from London to Manchester (MAN) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily inbound flights from London from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Manchester?

    Airlines like Ryanair, easyJet, and British Airways fly from London to Manchester in about 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 151 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Ryanair, at £70, was found to be the cheapest airline from London to Manchester.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and easyJet. Ryanair is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ryanair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £42. British Airways flights start at £43 while deals on easyJet start at £61 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Manchester?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Manchester?

    Before booking your flight to Manchester from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Southern (94%), Finnair (82%), Qatar Airways( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Manchester?

    While on average a flight from London to Manchester is generally £119, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £54. When looking at the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Manchester), you can expect to pay £80 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Manchester?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Manchester (average of £52). Flying from London to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £82). 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 London to Manchester

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£70Average£162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£83Average£107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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easyJetCheapest£89Average£180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapest£278Average£291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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