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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£3
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£4
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
13 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
14 m
Trains on 06 Oct
11
Distance
13 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 to Manchester Airport will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 11 trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
G8994212:040h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:25Manchester Airport (MIA)£31One-way0 changes- G9012212:360h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:57Manchester Airport (MIA)£31One-way0 changes
- G898590:450h17Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:02Manchester Airport (MIA)£31One-way0 changes
- G899970:030h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0:24Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way0 changes
- G8984712:180h18Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way0 changes
- G8985012:470h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way0 changes
W849350:130h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0:27Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes- C250482:000h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:14Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes
- W847590:520h15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:07Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes
- G8986912:000h15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£61One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester 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 04:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Live departures
Manchester to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Manchester Airport trains for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89878 | On time 7:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 8:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89926 | 8:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 8:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89824 | On time 8:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84895 | On time 8:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90109 | 8:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 8:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89826 | On time 8:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15891 | On time 8:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 9:09 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G38512 | On time 8:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89881 | 9:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89931 | On time 9:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 9:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89828 | On time 9:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84896 | On time 9:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90115 | 9:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 9:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89831 | 9:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15894 | On time 9:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38514 | On time 9:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38514 | On time 9:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89882 | 10:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89934 | On time 10:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89833 | On time 10:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84899 | On time 10:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90118 | 10:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 10:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89836 | On time 10:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15893 | On time 10:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 11:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38516 | On time 10:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38516 | On time 10:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89883 | 11:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89939 | On time 11:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 11:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89839 | On time 11:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84901 | On time 11:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90120 | On time 11:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 11:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89843 | 11:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03158 | 11:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 12:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38518 | On time 11:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89869 | On time 12:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89942 | On time 12:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 12:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89847 | 12:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84903 | On time 12:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 12:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90122 | On time 12:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 12:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89850 | On time 12:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24587 | On time 12:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 13:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38520 | 12:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89885 | 13:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89946 | On time 13:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89854 | On time 13:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 13:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84907 | On time 13:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90124 | On time 13:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 13:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89857 | On time 13:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24593 | On time 13:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 14:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38523 | 13:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 14:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89887 | 14:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 14:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89949 | On time 14:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89861 | On time 14:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 14:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84908 | On time 14:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 14:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90089 | On time 14:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 14:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89863 | On time 14:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C03172 | On time 14:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 15:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38525 | 14:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 15:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89871 | 15:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 15:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89954 | On time 15:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89865 | On time 15:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 15:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84912 | On time 15:28 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90095 | On time 15:36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 15:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89867 | On time 15:47 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 16:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24605 | 15:51 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 16:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38527 | 15:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 16:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89889 | 16:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 16:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89956 | On time 16:04 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 16:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89817 | On time 16:18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h18 | 16:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 6 October | |||||
| G89997 | 0:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 0:24 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84935 | 0:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 0:27 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89859 | 0:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 1:02 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84759 | On time 0:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 1:07 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C25048 | On time 2:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 2:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£4
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
17m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£2
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Manchester to Manchester Airport covers a distance of 13 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Manchester Airport is 13 km.
The first train from Manchester to Manchester Airport leaves at 4:23.
The last train from Manchester to Manchester Airport departs at 23:45.
Trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Manchester Airport.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Manchester Airport. The service operates 13 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Manchester Airport.
Booking trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Manchester Airport is not particularly scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Manchester Airport.
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