Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Manchester
Flights between Edinburgh and Manchester require a connection through another airport since no direct service operates this route. Travelers can choose from several carriers offering different connections across European hubs.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 EasyjetU2 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 16 Dec 2026 | from $87 | Search 16 Dec 2026 |
 Vueling AirlinesVY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.5 | 18 Dec 2026 | from $184 | Search 18 Dec 2026 |
 Aer LingusEI | with a stop | — | 5 Dec 2026 | from $217 | Search 5 Dec 2026 |
 BA CityFlyerCJ | with a stop | — | 20 Dec 2026 | from $277 | Search 20 Dec 2026 |
 Norwegian InternationalD8 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 14 Jan 2027 | from $350 | Search 14 Jan 2027 |
 EurowingsEW | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 31 Aug 2027 | from $353 | Search 31 Aug 2027 |
 FinnairAY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 6 Nov 2026 | from $411 | Search 6 Nov 2026 |
 British AirwaysBA | with a stop | — | 1 Nov 2026 | from $423 | Search 1 Nov 2026 |
 KLM Royal Dutch AirlinesKL | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 9 Nov 2026 | from $441 | Search 9 Nov 2026 |
 Air FranceAF | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 14 Jan 2027 | from $447 | Search 14 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 28 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: July — from $111.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $429 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $250 | 20 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $217 | 5 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $217 | 14 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $510 | 10 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $206 | 5 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $230 | 10 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $150 | 8 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $125 | 28 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $111 | 26 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $133 | 12 Aug 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | Edinburgh EDI | 11 km |
| Manchester | Manchester International MAN | 14 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
July stands out as the most affordable time to book your journey between these cities. School holidays and winter breaks tend to increase prices slightly, while midweek departures generally cost less than weekend options.
Airlines and what to expect
Low-cost carriers like Easyjet and Eurowings keep fares lean but charge extra for checked baggage. Full-service airlines including British Airways, Air France and Aer Lingus include meals in standard tickets. Regional operators such as BA CityFlyer, Aurigny Air Services and Scandinavian Airlines connect through their respective hubs.
Arriving — Manchester
Your journey ends at Manchester International Airport on the city's western edge. Public transport connections reach central locations within thirty minutes, with bus services and rail links providing straightforward access to the urban core without requiring taxis.
Before you go: United Kingdom
- Currency
- GBP (£)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- English
- Emergency number
- 112, 999
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet domain
- .uk
- Population of Manchester
- 548 k (2018)
- Time zone
- UTC+00 (Europe/London)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify whether your connecting flight uses separate tickets that require immigration clearance
- Confirm if your fare includes checked baggage before adding extra fees at the airport
- Check passport validity requirements for any transit countries during your journey
- Consider arriving earlier on weekdays when security queues typically move faster
Frequently asked questions
Edinburgh – Manchester: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for July 2027 — $111. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Edinburgh – Manchester: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Easyjet, Vueling Airlines, Aer Lingus, BA CityFlyer, Norwegian International, Eurowings, Finnair, British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air France.
Edinburgh – Manchester: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The distance is about 281 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 0 h 48 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Edinburgh – Manchester?
Edinburgh: Edinburgh (EDI). Manchester: Manchester International (MAN).
What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Manchester?
Manchester is in the same time zone as Edinburgh.
Edinburgh — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | Ryanair UK | direct | 13 Nov 2026 | from $21 |
| Prague | Easyjet | direct | 24 Dec 2026 | from $58 |
| Antalya | Sun Express | direct | 29 Oct 2026 | from $72 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 30 Nov 2026 | from $74 |
| Vienna | Ryanair | direct | 3 Nov 2026 | from $108 |
| Warsaw | Ryanair | direct | 6 Dec 2026 | from $115 |
| Budapest | Ryanair | direct | 10 May 2027 | from $139 |
| Chisinau | Lufthansa | with a stop | 20 Dec 2026 | from $563 |
| Bucharest | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | with a stop | 18 Dec 2026 | from $569 |
Manchester — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Edinburgh / Manchester that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle → Manchester | 148 km from Edinburgh | with a stop | 2 Nov 2026 | from $112 |
| Aberdeen → Manchester | 152 km from Edinburgh | with a stop | 5 Nov 2026 | from $121 |
| Inverness → Manchester | 180 km from Edinburgh | with a stop | 26 Nov 2026 | from $213 |