Cheap flights from Manchester to Washington
The journey stretches across the Atlantic from one of Britain's largest cities to America's capital region. Passengers connect through European hubs before continuing northward toward the United States. Cheap flights from Manchester to Washington appear on most days throughout the year.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.5 | 14 Jan 2027 | from $543 | Search 14 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 20 Jan 2027 | from $654 | Search 20 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 26 Nov 2026 | from $666 | Search 26 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 20 Jan 2027 | from $690 | Search 20 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 17 Dec 2026 | from $714 | Search 17 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 20 Jan 2027 | from $778 | Search 20 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 26 Jul 2027 | from $811 | Search 26 Jul 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 26 Jul 2027 | from $815 | Search 26 Jul 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 14 Jan 2027 | from $830 | Search 14 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 20 Jan 2027 | from $887 | Search 20 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 26 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: February — from $536.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $1,157 | 26 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $1,190 | 29 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $834 | 22 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $654 | 20 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $536 | 2 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $888 | 29 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $851 | 5 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $696 | 24 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $727 | 16 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $811 | 26 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | Manchester International MAN | 14 km |
| Washington | Baltimore BWI | 43 km |
| Washington | R Reagan National DCA | 5 km |
| Washington | Dulles International, Washington IAD | 40 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Travelers often find better value in early spring or late autumn rather than peak holiday periods. Shoulder weeks surrounding midwinter tend to offer lighter crowds and lower prices overall. February stands out as the cheapest month on this route when booking ahead for spring departure dates.
Airlines and what to expect
Connections route through Madrid with Iberia, Amsterdam via KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Dublin using Aer Lingus, Zurich with Edelweiss Air, Reykjavik on Icelandair, Brussels through Brussels Airlines, Toronto by Air Canada, and Casablanca served by Royal Air Maroc. British Airways operates its own services from Manchester while Easyjet provides budget options across certain legs of the journey.
Arriving — Washington
Before landing you should plan ground transport from whichever Washington-area airport your airline selects. Baltimore offers quicker access to downtown compared to Dulles International or Reagan National which sit further out. Shuttle buses, trains and taxis all reach the city centre though costs vary considerably between terminals.
Before you go: USA
- Currency
- USD ($)
- Power sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Language
- Samoan, Hawaiian, Chamorro, Carolinian, Spanish
- Emergency number
- 911
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +1
- Internet domain
- .us
- Population of Washington
- 690 k (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC-04 (America/New_York)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify visa requirements for entry into the United States well before travel dates arrive
- Confirm baggage allowances on each carrier especially when booking separate tickets together
- Check whether your connection airport requires transit visas during layover periods
- Compare arrival times across different airlines to avoid overnight stays in transit hubs
- Book accommodation near your chosen Washington airport if arriving late evening
Frequently asked questions
Manchester – Washington: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $536. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Manchester – Washington: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Royal Air Maroc, Icelandair, Iberia, TAP Portugal, Emerald Airlines, Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines.
Manchester – Washington: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Washington?
The distance is about 5,696 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 7 h 24 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Manchester – Washington?
Manchester: Manchester International (MAN). Washington: Baltimore (BWI), R Reagan National (DCA), Dulles International, Washington (IAD).
What is the time difference between Manchester and Washington?
Washington is 5 h behind Manchester.
Manchester — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan | Ryanair | direct | 30 Oct 2026 | from $29 |
| Warsaw | Ryanair | direct | 8 Nov 2026 | from $31 |
| Rome | Ryanair | direct | 31 Oct 2026 | from $38 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 6 Jan 2027 | from $43 |
| Bucharest | Ryanair | direct | 20 Nov 2026 | from $64 |
| Antalya | Easyjet | direct | 31 Dec 2026 | from $64 |
| Budapest | Ryanair | direct | 29 Oct 2026 | from $125 |
| Chisinau | Turkish Airlines | with a stop | 26 Oct 2026 | from $884 |
Washington — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Manchester / Washington that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool → Washington | 51 km from Manchester | with a stop | 21 Dec 2026 | from $730 |