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Cheap flights from Manchester to Shetland from £346

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — LSI
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Shetland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to Shetland flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£346

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£525
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 9/2-14/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 39h 05m total
  • Manchester to Shetland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Shetland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Shetland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Thu 30/1014:45MAN - LSI
2 stops16h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 6/1119:45LSI - MAN
2 stops15h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/9£392
Thu 16/1016:25MAN - LSI
2 stops15h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 26/1019:15LSI - MAN
2 stops18h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/9£411
Tue 14/1018:45MAN - LSI
2 stops13h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 21/1008:15LSI - MAN
2 stops13h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/9£411
Tue 14/1019:45MAN - LSI
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1018:45LSI - MAN
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£425
Thu 30/1019:55MAN - LSI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1119:45LSI - MAN
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£432
Thu 16/1012:30MAN - LSI
1 stop19h 10mLoganair
Sun 26/1019:15LSI - MAN
1 stop12h 40mLoganair
Deal found 15/9£465
Thu 30/1019:55MAN - LSI
1 stop11h 40mLoganair
Thu 6/1119:45LSI - MAN
1 stop12h 10mLoganair
Deal found 15/9£482
Tue 14/1019:55MAN - LSI
1 stop11h 45mLoganair
Tue 21/1008:15LSI - MAN
1 stop11h 05mLoganair
Deal found 14/9£489

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Manchester

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Shetland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Mon 9/2

11:50-07:35

2 stops19h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 14/2

12:35-07:55

2 stops19h 20m

£346

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Mon 9/2

19:55-07:35

1 stop11h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 14/2

12:35-07:55

2 stops19h 20m

£377

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 30/10

14:45-07:35

2 stops16h 50m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 6/11

19:45-11:00

2 stops15h 15m

£392

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 16/10

16:25-07:40

2 stops15h 15m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 26/10

19:15-14:00

2 stops18h 45m

£411

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Tue 14/10

18:45-08:20

2 stops13h 35m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 21/10

08:15-21:40

2 stops13h 25m

£411

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Tue 14/10

19:45-07:40

3 stops35h 55m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 21/10

18:45-15:35

2 stops20h 50m

£425

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 30/10

19:55-07:35

1 stop11h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 6/11

19:45-11:00

2 stops15h 15m

£432

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 16/10

12:30-07:40

1 stop19h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 26/10

19:15-07:55

1 stop12h 40m

£465

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 16/10

12:30-07:40

1 stop19h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 26/10

19:15-14:00

2 stops18h 45m

£465

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Thu 30/10

19:55-07:35

1 stop11h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 6/11

19:45-07:55

1 stop12h 10m

£482

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Shetland

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Shetland (average of £384). Flying from Manchester to Shetland in November is currently the most expensive (average of £480). 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 EIL?

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

When flying from Manchester to Shetland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shetland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shetland. 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 Shetland. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Manchester to Shetland, such as British Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LHR - FCO

The crew was wonderful. Service was great. The discomfort came from the passenger behind me kicking the seat.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LHR - FCO

The crew was wonderful. Service was great. The discomfort came from the passenger behind me kicking the seat.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Shetland?

    For a flight from Manchester to Shetland, you will be flying from Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Shetland?

    There are many flights that can get you from Manchester to Shetland in 19h 45m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. Manchester and Shetland are separated by a distance of 452 mi.

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Shetland (average of £384). Flying from Manchester to Shetland in November is currently the most expensive (average of £480). 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 Manchester to Shetland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Shetland. 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£292Average£441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LoganairCheapest£341Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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