Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Manchester

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      Flight deals from London Gatwick to Manchester

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Manchester? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Manchester

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

      London Gatwick to Manchester: Alternative routes

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

      London to Manchester: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundAED 514
      Cheapest month to flyJune

      Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Manchester is AED 514. 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 London Gatwick to Manchester. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 514.
      There are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Manchester, as of April 2025.
      The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Manchester is usually April 2025.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport 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.
      Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

      Traveling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

      • London and Manchester are in the same timezone, UTC+0.

      • Leave plenty of time to make your LGW to MAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

      • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and MAN include:

        • Isle of Man Airport

        • Belfast International Airport

        • Charles de Gaulle Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport flight is AED 252. A return fare right now is AED 514. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

      • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to MAN if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.

      • Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

      • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

      • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport.

      Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

      • 69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

      • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

      Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

      • If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAN:

      • Travel at your own pace with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and discover more of Manchester and beyond.

      • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

      Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

      • From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the center driving.

      • Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.

      When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

      • The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

      • When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to MAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.

      Explore more of United Kingdom

      • London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

      • Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometers south of Manchester. No journey is complete without experiencing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.