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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Manchester from £48

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAN
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Manchester are usually found in August or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Manchester (MAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£91

One-way from

£48

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£180
easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 7/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 40m total
  • Edinburgh to Manchester
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easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£18 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Sat 24/523:35EDI - MAN
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/515:25MAN - EDI
2 stops7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4£142
Thu 10/406:00EDI - MAN
1 stop6h 30mRyanair
Thu 10/418:40MAN - EDI
1 stop4h 45mRyanair
Deal found 9/4£143
Thu 7/820:15EDI - MAN
1 stop15h 50mAer Lingus
Sun 10/808:40MAN - EDI
1 stop11h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/4£329
Wed 7/512:40EDI - MAN
1 stop9h 10mBrussels Airlines
Wed 14/506:05MAN - EDI
1 stop5h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 9/4£4,313

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Edinburgh

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Manchester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/5

06:20-12:30

2 stops6h 10m

Manchester

Fri 2/5

06:15-09:30

1 stop3h 15m

£158

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/8

20:15-12:05

1 stop15h 50m

Manchester

Sun 10/8

08:40-19:45

1 stop11h 05m

£329

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/5

12:40-21:50

1 stop9h 10m

Manchester

Wed 14/5

06:05-11:50

1 stop5h 45m

£4,313

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/5

20:15-08:00

1 stop11h 45m

£48

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 27/4

23:55-22:20

1 stop22h 25m

£61

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/6

18:35-07:10

2 stops12h 35m

£82

EdinburghManchester

EDI - MAN

EDIMAN

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/5

11:15-16:55

1 stop5h 40m

£255

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Deals found on 10/4

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Manchester

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Manchester is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Edinburgh to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

When flying from Edinburgh to Manchester, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Manchester by month

Plan your trip to Manchester by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 10 April 2025.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CLT - EWR

I thought it was really good. The employees were very helpful and caring. Although the plane was a little dirty, so it could use a good cleaning. Other than that, it was good.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CLT - EWR

I thought it was really good. The employees were very helpful and caring. Although the plane was a little dirty, so it could use a good cleaning. Other than that, it was good.
Aer Lingus
7.0
Good
1,060 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CLT - EWR

I thought it was really good. The employees were very helpful and caring. Although the plane was a little dirty, so it could use a good cleaning. Other than that, it was good.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,796 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CLT - EWR

I thought it was really good. The employees were very helpful and caring. Although the plane was a little dirty, so it could use a good cleaning. Other than that, it was good.
Ryanair
6.8
Okay
5,028 reviews
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CLT - EWR

I thought it was really good. The employees were very helpful and caring. Although the plane was a little dirty, so it could use a good cleaning. Other than that, it was good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Manchester. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Manchester round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Manchester is easyJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £91 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ryanair and Aer Lingus, starting at £109 and £329 round-trip. easyJet is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Manchester one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £48 on easyJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ryanair from £61 and Loganair from £255 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Manchester that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Manchester flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Manchester?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Manchester?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Manchester by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Edinburgh to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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easyJetCheapest£70Average£122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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RyanairCheapest£86Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£157Average£204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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