Cheap Flights from Manchester (MAN) to London (LHR)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to London Heathrow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Manchester to London Heathrow

Manchester to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Manchester to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$155
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 9 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week296

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to London Heathrow is $155. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to London Heathrow.
British Airways, Qatar Airways and American Airlines fly direct from Manchester to London Heathrow.
As of June 2025, there are 296 flights per week flying from Manchester to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to London Heathrow is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Friday, 21 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Manchester and London are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.

  • Flights from MAN to LHR start at 06:00 — the first with British Airways. The latest departure is at 21:45 with British Airways. In total, you can choose from 241 weekly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • British Airways has direct flights from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.

  • Among carriers operating MAN to LHR flights, British Airways has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAN and LHR:

    • Dublin Airport

    • George Best Belfast City Airport

    • Jersey Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • At the moment, $89 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $155. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAN to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAN to LHR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAN:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to LHR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.