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$885+ Cheap flights to Manchester

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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7 Jun — 14 Jun1
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Flights to Manchester in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Manchester. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Wed 29/715:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/920:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,538
Wed 15/715:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/820:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,583
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,590
Sun 10/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 24/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,592
Tue 5/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,599
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,601
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/620:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,606
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 17/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,610
Fri 8/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop35h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,628

Find flight deals to Manchester

Find the latest flights to Manchester in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2026.

Return from

$1,538

One-way from

$885

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February

Average price

$1,838
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/7-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

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SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

09:50-12:00

2 stops35h 10m

Manchester

Thu 28/5

14:05-05:10

2 stops54h 05m

$2,157

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

19:00-20:00

2 stops34h 00m

Manchester

Wed 3/6

21:45-20:25

2 stops37h 40m

$2,246

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

15:40-18:35

1 stop35h 55m

Manchester

Wed 24/6

20:45-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

$2,302

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

08:05-09:35

3 stops35h 30m

Manchester

Thu 12/11

14:05-19:50

2 stops42h 45m

$2,322

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

14:50-13:10

1 stop31h 20m

Manchester

Mon 3/8

12:05-06:10

2 stops33h 05m

$2,428
Fastest return journey

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/10

14:50-06:20

1 stop24h 30m

Manchester

Fri 16/10

21:45-07:10

1 stop23h 25m

$2,498

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

07:20-09:35

3 stops35h 15m

Manchester

Mon 15/6

22:55-19:10

2 stops35h 15m

$2,509

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

07:20-09:35

3 stops35h 15m

Manchester

Mon 8/6

23:30-19:10

2 stops34h 40m

$2,598

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

07:25-09:35

3 stops35h 10m

Manchester

Fri 26/6

17:35-06:25

2 stops27h 50m

$2,849

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/7

10:10-08:20

2 stops31h 10m

Manchester

Sun 30/8

17:30-06:30

3 stops28h 00m

$3,154

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When is the best time to book a flight to Manchester?

The price you pay for your flight to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 8 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United Kingdom, such as Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andVirgin Australia. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Manchester

What is good to know if travelling to Manchester?

  • Manchester is one of the UK’s most musical cities and the roster of bands to hail from the city is long. They include Joy Division, New Order, Buzzcocks, The Smiths, the Stone Roses, Oasis and the Ting Tings. 
  • If you’re taking cheap flights to Manchester to catch a soccer game, take a tour of Old Trafford (also known as the Theatre of Dreams). Manchester United’s glorious history and unrivalled collection of silverware is on display. You could also take a tour of Manchester Stadium. That ground belongs to Manchester’s other team, Manchester City. 
  • Painter LS Lowry took his inspiration from the streets of industrial Manchester. His style of drawing – the “matchstick” men – has been criticised as naive, but his paintings capture the ordinary men, women and children as they went around their business or played in the streets. The Lowry Galleries in Salford display his work in regularly changing exhibitions. 
  • Shopping is a passion among Mancunians. The Trafford Centre has more than 200 shops, from high-end to High Street. 
  • China Town is great for Chinese food and the Curry Mile is the only place to go for a decent curry. Other, renowned, eateries include the Lowry Hotel, Harvey Nicholls, Market Restaurant and Soup Kitchen. 

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Manchester (MAN) if they wish to fly to Manchester. The Manchester airport is 14.4 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Manchester if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Manchester on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Manchester?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Manchester.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester?

    Manchester is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Manchester. One-way flights to Manchester typically cost $32, while return flights cost around $153.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around $177, however they can be found for as little as $153.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Manchester depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Manchester, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Manchester have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Manchester can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Manchester?

    Yes. Manchester has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport By IHG is the closest property to Manchester (0.0 km away from Manchester).

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