Flights from Manchester to Belfast
The cheapest flights from Manchester to Belfast
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Flight schedule Manchester to Belfast
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The fastest flights from Manchester to Belfast
Fastest Journey
55 m
Average
2 h 46 m
Flights per day
14
Distance
271 km
Of the 14 flights that leave Manchester for Belfast every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Manchester to Belfast flight
 | Distance | 167 miles (270 km) |
 | Average flight duration | 1 h |
 | Average plane ticket price | £48 (€54) |
 | Direct flight | Yes |
 | Airlines | Flybe, British Airways, Ryanair or easyJet |
Flights from Manchester to Belfast cover the 167 miles (270 km) long journey taking on average 1 h with our travel partners like Flybe, British Airways, Ryanair or easyJet. There are direct flight services available. You can get the cheapest plane tickets for this trip for as low as £38, but the average price of plane tickets is £48. Travellers depart most frequently from Manchester Airport and arrive in Belfast International Airport.
Airlines: Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways Manchester to Belfast
For as little as £38 you can travel by flight between Manchester and Belfast with Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia.
EasyJet is a British multinational budget airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN) and the largest UK-based airline based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to more than 150 destinations in Europe and North Africa, making it a very popular low-cost carrier for travellers. To keep fares as low as possible, tickets are non-refundable, and no complimentary snacks are served onboard. All easyJet fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for travellers bringing hand luggage and checked luggage.
- Average Price: £43
Manchester to Belfast Flights: An Overview
Flying from Manchester to Belfast is a great option, with regular direct connections available from low cost carriers. During the week, there will be 10-12 flights to choose from, as well as 9-11 at weekends, so there's a good spread of morning, afternoon and evening departures. And it's a short journey, too, with a flight time of 1 hour.
Which airlines fly from Manchester to Belfast?
A wide range of budget airlines offer flights from Manchester to Belfast, including Flybe, Ryanair and easyJet. All fly direct, with no need for a change along the way.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Belfast?
The Manchester to Belfast route is one of the shortest in the UK, with a total flight time of between 1 hour and 1 hour 5 minutes in virtually all instances.
How many flights are there from Manchester to Belfast?
Travellers will have plenty of choice when selecting their flights from Manchester to Belfast. Flights leave 7 days a week, and there are 8-12 options every day, with departures at almost any time of day.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Manchester to Belfast?
Departure airport: Flights from Manchester to Belfast will depart from Manchester Airport. Those coming from the centre of town can hop on trains at Manchester Piccadilly. Trains leave every 10 minutes and the journey time is just 20 minutes. Alternatively, trams run from nearby suburbs, and the 43 bus route runs 24 hours a day into the city centre. Dining and shopping options are well represented at the airport, and free wifi is also available, making it easy to catch up on work or emails before flying.
Arrival airport: Flights from Manchester will arrive at either Belfast International or George Best Airport. From Belfast International, take the Airport Express 300 to the centre of town. Buses leave every 15 minutes and take 30-40 minutes. From George Best Airport (also known as Belfast City), passengers can take the Airport Express 600 bus, which only takes 10 minutes to reach the city centre. Or they can catch the train at Sydenham station. Both airports offer free and unlimited wifi anywhere within the terminals.
Travel Tips: Manchester to Belfast flight
When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Manchester Airport and arriving in Belfast International Airport.
You can find the most popular departure airport for this route, Manchester Airport, located approximately 9.5 miles (15.3 km) from the city centre of Manchester. The most popular arrival airport in Belfast, called Belfast International Airport, is located around 17.1 miles (27.6 km) away from its city centre. To reach the city centre of Belfast from Belfast International Airport, check what taxi services, airport shuttle services or public transportation options are available.
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