- Must visit
The Olympic Museum
Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Flights from Manchester to Lausanne depart on average 71 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest flight covers the 999 km distance in 1h 50m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 999 km |
Average flight duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Flights per day 71 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 50m |
First flight 5:25 |
Last flight 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
1 h 50 m
Flights on 16 Sept
1
Distance
999 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manchester to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Lausanne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £32.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 1 flights from Manchester to Lausanne, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 999 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 50 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £98, while a train costs an average of £413.
Distance: 999 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price Cheapest | £150 Average Price | £413 Average Price | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 23h 5m Average total duration 22h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Lausanne:
A flight is £52 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Manchester to Lausanne costing on average £150.
A flight is £316 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Lausanne costing on average £413.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 0m.
Coach takes on average 22h 35m.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lausanne flights for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:10 Manchester | 1h50 | 18:00 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Olympic museum on the lakefront with sport history, torches, medals and interactive displays in a landscaped park.
Fine arts museum in Plateforme 10 with Swiss and international works from the 18th century to today in a striking former station hall.
Photography museum in an elegant mansion, presenting changing exhibitions and a strong programme on visual culture and image-making.
Lakeside district with promenades, marina views, steamers and relaxed public spaces; ideal for a walk by Lake Geneva.
Historic old town square framed by civic buildings and steep lanes, often animated by markets and local city life.
Revitalised district of shops, bars, galleries and public spaces beneath the city centre, popular for modern urban atmosphere.
Melted cheese dish from nearby Alpine regions, traditionally served with bread. It is a social staple across Vaud and winter dining in Lausanne.
Potatoes baked with cream, garlic and cheese from the canton of Vaud. It is a comforting regional classic closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
Leek and potato stew traditionally served with Vaud cabbage sausage. It is one of the canton’s signature dishes and a classic local speciality.
Elegant lakeside dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished setting near Ouchy.
Traditional Swiss restaurant popular for fondue, raclette and hearty regional dishes in a warm chalet-style interior.
Historic brasserie serving Vaud classics, seafood and French-Swiss dishes in a lively Belle Époque room.
Lausanne is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and transport prices, though local transit can be good value with hotel guest cards.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Lausanne flights use the Manchester Airport to Geneva International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Lausanne 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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