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Flights from Manchester to London

Nonstop flights from Manchester (MAN) to London (LHR) take about 48m (243 km). British Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $86 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in London

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Manchester to London

Carriers on MAN–LHR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Manchester to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $86 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $38. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10231 Oct 2026 · British Airways$53 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$8616 Nov 2026 · British Airways$38 · 1 stop16 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$9713 Dec 2026 · British Airways$50 · 1 stop16 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$8919 Jan 2027 · British Airways$55 · 1 stop19 Jan 2027
Apr 2027$11813 Apr 2027 · British Airways$95 · 1 stop13 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $38 in November 2026, against $50 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Manchester to London, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to London

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UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Manchester to London flights

How long is the flight from Manchester to London?
A nonstop flight from Manchester (MAN) to London (LHR) takes about 48m, covering 243 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Manchester from London by air?
The great-circle distance between Manchester Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 243 km (151 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Manchester to London?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MAN–LHR route include British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Manchester to London cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MAN–LHR was $86 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 16 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to London?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $38 one-way, against $95 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Manchester to London?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $81 with one stop against $86 nonstop, a saving of $5. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK to UK?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit London?
UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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