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$909+ 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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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15 May — 22 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 15 April 2026.

Wed 3/615:40
SYD
-
MAN
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/614:30
MAN
-
SYD
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,650
Sun 19/415:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/420:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,653
Sun 19/415:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 10/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,671
Wed 13/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,673
Sat 25/415:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/520:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,674
Fri 29/515:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 7/620:45
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,684
Wed 15/415:40
SYD
-
MAN
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 31/509:20
MAN
-
SYD
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,694
Sat 6/615:40
SYD
-
MAN
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/614:40
MAN
-
SYD
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,726

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 15 April 2026.

Return from

$1,650

One-way from

$909

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Average price

$1,902
3/6-17/6
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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6/6
  • 6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Sydney to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($156 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

19:00-14:00

2 stops28h 00m

Manchester

Sun 10/5

09:25-17:30

1 stop23h 05m

$2,117

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

20:45-12:00

1 stop24h 15m

Manchester

Mon 18/5

21:20-06:05

1 stop23h 45m

$2,263

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/5

20:10-12:00

1 stop24h 50m

Manchester

Thu 14/5

09:50-06:25

2 stops35h 35m

$2,300

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/5

09:50-19:15

2 stops42h 25m

Manchester

Fri 15/5

09:50-22:05

1 stop27h 15m

$2,338

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/10

21:05-12:05

2 stops48h 00m

Manchester

Fri 16/10

13:10-07:45

2 stops32h 35m

$2,342
Fastest return journey

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

20:10-12:00

1 stop24h 50m

Manchester

Fri 22/5

14:05-22:05

1 stop23h 00m

$2,353

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

10:20-12:00

2 stops34h 40m

Manchester

Sat 6/6

21:20-22:05

1 stop39h 45m

$2,354

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

07:20-09:35

3 stops35h 15m

Manchester

Tue 4/8

23:30-19:10

2 stops34h 40m

$2,707

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

13:30-06:55

2 stops26h 25m

Manchester

Sat 15/8

14:30-06:10

1 stop30h 40m

$2,803

SydneyManchester

SYD - MAN

SYDMAN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

20:45-12:00

1 stop24h 15m

Manchester

Sun 26/7

21:20-06:05

1 stop23h 45m

$3,234

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

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 84 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 15 April 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
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,275 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
453 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,428 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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 $47, while return flights cost around $156.

  • How much is a return flight to Manchester?

    A return flight to Manchester will typically cost around $180, however they can be found for as little as $156.

  • 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 (20 hours 40 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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