Liverpool to Manchester flights

Although these two Northern hubs sit just 30 miles apart, you can book connecting Liverpool to Manchester flights via locations such as Dublin or the Isle of Man.

Cheap flights from Liverpool to Manchester start from £187.

Departures for this route operate from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Passengers can book flights with carriers such as British Airways and Aer Lingus, which provide connecting options from the airport.

To reach the airport from central Liverpool, you can take a Merseytravel bus, which takes approximately 35-45 minutes. Taxis offer a direct alternative from across the city, or you can take a train to Hunts Cross Station and board a connecting local bus.

When your connecting flight arrives, you will land at Manchester Airport, which is well connected to the surrounding region. The most direct option into the city is by train from the Manchester Airport Railway Station, where you can take the Trans Pennine Express directly to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

For alternative public transport, bus route 43 runs regularly from the airport to the city centre. The Metrolink tram network also connects the airport to Cornbrook Station, while taxis and private hire vehicles can be accessed at designated terminal pick-up zones.

Driven by strong business links, football rivalries, and a celebrated cultural identity, the city draws visitors to many key attractions. You can explore the extensive collection of Egyptian relics at the Manchester Museum or view the large pre-Raphaelite collection at the Manchester Art Gallery.

For entertainment, Canal Street forms the centre of the local nightlife with its numerous bars and nightclubs. The city's famous music scene is equally active, featuring live music venues where you can catch bands performing across various neighbourhoods.