On this page, you can choose and buy flight tickets for the Belfast — Manchester route. This popular 272 km route is well-served, with approximately 56 flights operating weekly.
Flights are provided by airlines such as easyJet, Aer Lingus, and British Airways. To plan an affordable trip, check out the information on how to get to Belfast Airport and how to get from Manchester Airport, and use the price dynamics chart.
The table shows direct flights Belfast → Manchester on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Easy jet, Aer Lingus and British Airways. Departures from Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport airports, arrivals at Manchester Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Belfast — Manchester by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 112 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 227 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Belfast → Manchester, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 221 | low | May | AED 242 | low | Sep | AED 237 | low |
| Feb | AED 312 | high | Jun | AED 267 | medium | Oct | AED 262 | medium |
| Mar | AED 231 | low | Jul | AED 327 | high | Nov | AED 226 | low |
| Apr | AED 317 | high | Aug | AED 322 | high | Dec | AED 332 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Manchester is temperate: the warmest month is July with an average temperature of 19.2°C, while the coolest is January. Rainfall typically peaks in October, with up to 122.13 mm of moisture, which is worth considering when planning your trip.
Flight costs vary significantly throughout the year. August is considered the most budget-friendly month for travel, with prices starting AED 112, while the highest fares are typically seen in April — AED 227.
August is the optimal choice, combining affordable ticket prices with pleasant summer weather. It is best to avoid the winter months due to high humidity and low temperatures if your goal is long walks and sightseeing.
Three airlines operate on the route between these cities, providing about 56 flights weekly. The bulk of the traffic is handled by easyJet, Aer Lingus, and British Airways, which primarily offer passengers direct flights with minimal travel time. You can find the current weekly schedule and detailed information about each carrier in the interactive list below.
Flights Belfast — Manchester depart from Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport and arrive at Manchester Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The actual flight time is about 45–60 minutes, given the short distance of 272 km between the cities.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by easyJet, Aer Lingus, and British Airways.
Yes, most of the 56 weekly flights are direct, making air travel the fastest way to travel this route.
Flights from Belfast arrive at Manchester International Airport (MAN), which offers easy access to the city center.
Prices are dynamic, so we recommend starting your search a month before your trip and keeping an eye on the latest minimums in the low price calendar on this page.
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