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Cheapest return flight
£407
Typical prices: £471-£720
Pegasus Airlines
Mon 26/11Thu 6/12
DXB - MAN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£761
Typical prices: £692-£830
Emirates
Fri 23/11Fri 30/11
DXB - MAN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 8h 09m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 15% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £406 (return)
Shortest trip • 9h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Manchester (DXB-MAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Manchester

Thu, 26 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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03:25 - 10:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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18:45 - 16:30MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 45m1 stop Berlin Brandenburg
£407Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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03:25 - 14:20DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 55m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dublin
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08:25 - 03:15MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 50m2 stops Václav Havel Prague Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£408Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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03:25 - 13:10DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
13h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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11:10 - 02:15MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£429Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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03:25 - 10:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 40m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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11:10 - 02:15MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 05m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£443Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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11:00 - 21:30DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 - 09:00MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£546Air France
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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11:00 - 21:30DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:00 - 09:00MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£547Air France
Mon, 21 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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11:00 - 22:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:25 - 09:00MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
£602KLM
Sun, 20 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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11:00 - 22:05DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:25 - 09:00MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
11h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
£602KLM
Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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05:20 - 16:45DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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14:05 - 03:50MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£642Qatar Airways
Tue, 24 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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22:50 - 09:15DXB  Dubai Intl-MAN Manchester
14h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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08:00 - 20:55MAN  Manchester-DXB Dubai Intl
8h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£642Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Manchester flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Manchester?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Manchester. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Manchester at £484 return.
•January (£692) and March (£688) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dubai to Manchester the cheapest?

Flights from Dubai to Manchester are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Manchester

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAN

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on DXB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Key details for Dubai to Manchester flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Dubai to Manchester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Manchester based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Manchester flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dubai to Manchester?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dubai to Manchester:

    • Earliest: departs at 02:25 and lands at 10:34
    • Latest: departs at 14:25 and lands at 22:34.

    The flight takes about 8h 09m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dubai to Manchester?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dubai to Manchester:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Manchester?

    A direct flight from Dubai to Manchester takes 8h 09m, covering 3,512 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Manchester?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Manchester flight?

    Return flights from Dubai to Manchester range from £471 to £720, with an average of £568 over the past 12 months. Anything below £471 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dubai to Manchester flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the £568 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dubai to Manchester?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £406 return via Kuwait City (KWI), compared with £764 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Dubai to Manchester?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Dubai to Manchester flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dubai to Manchester?

    The Airbus A380-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dubai to Manchester spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Manchester flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Dubai to Manchester looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dubai to Manchester are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £372.

  • Which car hire options are available at Manchester Airport (MAN)?

    Manchester Airport (MAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Ace
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Manchester?

    Flights from Dubai to Manchester usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dubai to Manchester?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai to Manchester?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Manchester route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 52m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Manchester pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dubai to Manchester most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Manchester?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Dubai to Manchester. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £529 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £657, a difference of £128.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Dubai to Manchester?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Dubai and Manchester.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dubai to Manchester?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 48m, compared to 10h 23m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 10h 25m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Manchester?

    Manchester is 4 hours behind Dubai (British Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Manchester?

    Some of the most popular sights in Manchester are Etihad Stadium, Heaton Park, and Manchester Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Manchester on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dubai to Manchester flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Manchester flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average £529, about £128 less than Thursday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Manchester trip for November. Fares historically average £484 return in that month – typically £208 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £406 return on this route – about £357 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manchester Airport.

    • Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
    • Tribe Manchester Airport
    • ibis budget Manchester Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Manchester?

 
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Dubai Intl to Manchester

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Direct returns

Manchester to Dubai Intl

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