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Barnstaple Museum
Local museum on the square covering North Devon history, archaeology and everyday life in an accessible town-centre setting.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £76.
On Thu 05 Nov, we found 4 flights from Manchester to Barnstaple, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 294 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Flights from Manchester to Barnstaple depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 08:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest flight covers the 294 km distance in 50m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 294 km |
Average flight duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 8:15 |
Last flight 18:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barnstaple flights for today, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:30 Manchester | 1h00 | 14:30 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Local museum on the square covering North Devon history, archaeology and everyday life in an accessible town-centre setting.
Contemporary art gallery inside The Burton, showing changing exhibitions and craft-focused displays in a central modern venue.
Family-focused heritage attraction with model railways, transport displays and interactive exhibits linked to local engineering history.
Long traffic-free walking and cycling route on a former railway line, linking Barnstaple with estuary scenery and nearby villages.
Riverside park with gardens, play areas and open lawns, popular for relaxed walks beside the River Taw near the town centre.
Historic shopping street with period buildings, independent shops and a strong sense of Barnstaple’s traditional market-town character.
A rich Devon cream tea of scones, clotted cream and jam. In Devon tradition, cream goes on before jam, making it a local point of pride.
Small sweet buns flavoured with dried fruit, lemon and spice. Traditionally eaten in Devon around festivals and with tea.
A lightly curried rice dish with fish, often smoked haddock, plus eggs and butter. Popular across Devon as a hearty seaside supper.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service. Lively yet comfortable for casual dinners in town.
Established town-centre bistro serving British and European dishes in a relaxed, polished setting. Good for lunch or an easy evening meal.
Long-running Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and classic mains. Friendly, dependable and suited to families and groups.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining cost less than in major tourist cities, while local buses and casual meals are fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Barnstaple by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Barnstaple flights use the Manchester Airport to airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Barnstaple airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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