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Cheapest time to fly from Glasgow to Manchester

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration7 h and 40 mFlights between Glasgow and Manchester take, on average, 7 h and 40 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£30Cheapest price for a flight between Glasgow and Manchester found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsGlasgow Airport, Glasgow Prestwick AirportFor flights from Glasgow to Manchester

Destination airportManchester AirportFor the route from Glasgow to Manchester

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Glasgow to Manchester

One-way average Price£219The average price for a flight Glasgow - Manchester at Opodo is £219, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data April is the most popular time to book a flight to Manchester when departing from Glasgow

Airlines that fly from Glasgow to Manchester

Loganair

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Flybe

Distance: 183 mi

Glasgow airports

Glasgow Airport (GLA)How far from city centre: 1 mi

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)How far from city centre: 28 mi

Manchester airports

Manchester Airport (MAN)How far from city centre: 9 mi

Find cheap flights from Glasgow to Manchester

Flights from Glasgow to Manchester connect via London Heathrow (LHR), which typically extends the journey to between 4 and 6 hours. You can board with photographic ID, such as a driving licence, as a passport is not required for domestic travel between Scotland and England.

Over the last few days, the cheapest Glasgow to Manchester flight found on Opodo was £30. Fares change with your dates, so comparing a few days around your trip can find you a lower price.

Departing from Glasgow: airports and terminals

Flights from Glasgow to Manchester depart from Glasgow Airport (GLA), which has two terminals linked by a covered walkway.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), further south-west, is about 33 miles from the city centre and is served by Ryanair.

Arriving in Manchester: from the airport to the city

When your Glasgow to Manchester flights land at Manchester Airport (MAN), the quickest way to reach the city centre is by rail. Direct trains depart every 10 minutes from the airport station, arriving at Manchester Piccadilly in approximately 20 minutes. Alternatively, the Metrolink tram offers frequent connections across the Greater Manchester area, while local bus routes and private hire vehicles provide flexible transport options directly from the terminal exits.

For those planning city breaks, May and September are particularly vibrant times to visit. The spring sun highlights the city's neo-Gothic architecture and public parks, while the return of the student population in autumn brings a renewed energy to the cultural scene. You can also take a 25-minute coach service from the airport to Manchester Central Coach Station for a direct link to the heart of the city.

Things to do in Manchester

Manchester is a major cultural hub in North West England, offering a mix of industrial history and modern entertainment. You can explore Castlefield, the site of the original Roman settlement, or admire the neo-Gothic architecture in Albert Square. Football fans often head to the Old Trafford Stadium to visit the Manchester United Museum, while food enthusiasts can find a wide variety of cuisines along the Curry Mile in Rusholme.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Glasgow to Manchester

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Glasgow to Manchester?

When you fly from Glasgow to Manchester the average price is £219. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Glasgow to Manchester at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Glasgow to Manchester is 30 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Manchester?

The most popular months to book a flight from Glasgow to Manchester are September, June and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Glasgow to Manchester?

The best time of the year to go to Manchester when flying from Glasgow depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, June is the top 1º month to fly to Manchester from Glasgow in terms of searches from our customer, followed by December and November. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, February and April are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Glasgow - Manchester.

How long does the flight take to go from Glasgow to Manchester?

The total flight time between Glasgow and Manchester is of around 7 h and 40 m on average, considering an average distance of 183.37 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Glasgow and Manchester?

The main airport route flying between Glasgow and Manchester is: Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport(MAN). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Glasgow to Manchester?

Aer Lingus

British Airways
Easyjet

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