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$802+ Cheap flights to Manchester

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7 Oct — 14 Oct1
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Flights to Manchester in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Manchester

Thu 12/1115:50 -
1 stop25h 10m
Mon 16/1107:45 -
2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 6/9$1,753
Mon 5/1021:35 -
1 stop43h 20m
Tue 20/1016:05 -
2 stops35h 20m
Deal found 5/9$1,764
Wed 21/1015:05 -
2 stops28h 45m
Mon 9/1111:55 -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 4/9$1,765
Wed 21/1015:50 -
1 stop24h 30m
Mon 9/1107:45 -
2 stops27h 40m
Deal found 6/9$1,766
Tue 29/920:50 -
1 stop43h 05m
Tue 13/1017:30 -
3 stops33h 15m
Deal found 5/9$1,771
Mon 12/1021:35 -
1 stop31h 15m
Fri 30/1008:15 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 2/9$1,773
Thu 1/1020:50 -
1 stop31h 00m
Tue 20/1019:45 -
2 stops48h 50m
Deal found 6/9$1,776
Thu 15/1022:05 -
2 stops48h 00m
Thu 29/1022:30 -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 2/9$1,779
Mon 5/1015:50 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 20/1021:45 -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 5/9$1,780
Tue 13/1015:50 -
1 stop31h 20m
Thu 29/1014:05 -
1 stop29h 45m
Deal found 6/9$1,782
Tue 13/1022:05 -
2 stops33h 45m
Thu 29/1014:00 -
2 stops42h 25m
Deal found 2/9$1,793

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Return from

$1,755

One-way from

$802

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,306
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 3/3-7/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/9-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($209 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/12

12:00-17:05

3 stops40h 05m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$805

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

22:05-22:35

3 stops34h 30m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$808

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/11

16:50-12:15

1 stop30h 25m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$821

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

21:35-17:50

3 stops31h 15m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$824

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/11

20:45-07:30

2 stops45h 45m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$831

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

20:50-22:35

2 stops34h 45m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$835

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

20:35-16:00

2 stops52h 25m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$910
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SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/11

15:50-06:00

1 stop25h 10m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$992

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/9

14:50-13:10

1 stop31h 20m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,039

SydneyManchester

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAN Manchester

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/12

17:30-15:50

3 stops33h 20m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

00:00-09:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,066

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Manchester

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 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United Kingdom, such as Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQantas 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,473 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,090 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,734 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 $74, while return flights cost around $197.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around $259, however they can be found for as little as $197.

  • 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 35 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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