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Flight deals from Melbourne to Manchester Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Manchester Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,485. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Is this a good flight price? We’ll tell you.We compare today’s Melbourne to Manchester Airport prices with what travellers usually pay, so you can see if now’s a good time to book, or if it’s worth waiting.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in April.

Melbourne to Manchester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Manchester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manchester.

Melbourne to Manchester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,485
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Manchester is $1,485. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Manchester. But we found flights with one stop from $1,485.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Manchester is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Manchester Airport on Tuesday, 7 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Manchester Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manchester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Manchester is Etihad Airways .

Travelling from Melbourne to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is 11 hours behind Melbourne. Manchester Airport is located in Manchester.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to MAN.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to MAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Manchester Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • 63% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to MAN flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.

  • Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.

About Manchester Airport (MAN)

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

  • The centre of Manchester is roughly 14 kilometres from Manchester Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Manchester Airport is $810. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,485. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to MAN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Affordable Melbourne to Manchester Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Melbourne to MAN.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Manchester Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Manchester Airport (MAN), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC. Book your Melbourne to MAN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Manchester Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 8ºC.

More about Manchester

  • Start your Manchester trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Manchester Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are essential stops on your Manchester itinerary.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Manchester has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres southeast of Manchester, a trip to London will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.

  • Around 105 kilometres south of Manchester, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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