Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Manchester

from as little as £263

4 nights in Manchester, departing Edinburgh on 21 / Jan / 2026 with British Airways (price found 9 hours ago)

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All 297 km of it

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Manchester

21 / Jan / 2026 is currently the lowest priced day of the year to fly the Edinburgh/Manchester route. There are around 111 flights on any given week from the UK to Manchester and the cheapest month to fly right now is January.

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Key facts about Manchester

How to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to Manchester

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We've compared all 111 flights that go to or via Manchester every week, to find the best deal for you. British Airways usually has the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Manchester, so keep an eye out for them in your search results. If they’re not the cheapest option, try searching by month to compare costs throughout the week.

We scan thousands of airfares from hundreds of airlines across the globe. We've found that three airlines operate the 297 km flight from Edinburgh to Manchester. Flights during peak season tend to be the most expensive – so if you want to go during that time, it's best to book early. Or you could try to get a last-minute flight deal.

British Airways, Aer Lingus & Loganair are the most popular airlines for flying from Edinburgh to Manchester, so look out for their deals and offers. To find the best price, try searching by month. Or, if you want to bag a last-minute offer, keep an eye on Netflights to monitor the prices.

Flights from Edinburgh to Manchester normally take 7 hrs 30 mins. Make sure you check what refreshments or meals are included, so you can plan your journey. Before you book, why not check out our holiday package and car hire options? We have some hotels close to the airport – handy if you're arriving late at night, or flying back very early.

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