The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 48 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Manchester Airport every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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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Compare coach and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 13 km
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48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C26578 | Delayed 08:33 08:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 08:46 08:46Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y03143 | On time 08:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 08:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05748 | On time 08:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 09:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26873 | On time 08:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 09:09 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Y00807 | On time 08:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 08:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y04867 | On time 08:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 08:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26578 | On time 08:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 08:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 13m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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