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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester:

• Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 07:38
• Latest: departs at 21:10 and lands at 22:18.

The flight takes about 1h 08m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester takes 1h 08m, covering 151 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester range from £97 to £135, with an average of £111 over the past 12 months. Anything below £97 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the £111 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £111 return, compared with £412 via a stopover through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

British Airways is the only airline operating London Heathrow Airport to Manchester flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on London Heathrow Airport to Manchester flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 28%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £51, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

Manchester Airport (MAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 London Heathrow Airport to Manchester route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 39m.

Most connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £102 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £125, a difference of £23.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only British Airways operates flights between London Heathrow Airport and 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.

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

• British Airways: 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.

A few lounges are available to passengers of all airlines and ticket classes at Heathrow. In Terminal 3 and Terminal 5, you can visit Club Aspire, which provides complimentary food and drink and the option to purchase champagne and cocktails. In Terminal 2 and Terminal 4, you can visit the Plaza Premium Lounge. The one in Terminal 4 offers views of the runway, and both have complimentary food, drinks and charging stations. In addition, club Aspire and Plaza Premium offer showers for an extra cost which you can book when you arrive.

Both Manchester Airport and Heathrow Airport have specially trained staff who can assist passengers with various needs. This includes accompanying you through the airport to and from your flight, providing wheelchairs or other mobility equipment and assisting with luggage and carry-on. Both airports are also part of the Sunflower Lanyard scheme, which helps staff recognise passengers travelling with invisible disabilities who may need more time or a quiet space during their airport journey. You can pick up a free Sunflower Lanyard at Heathrow Airport's assistance desks.

You can reach the Manchester city centre in around 20min by train. The Airport Station is between Terminals 1 and 3 and trains usually depart around every 10min. The train arrives at Manchester Piccadilly Station, which is well connected to many of Manchester's train routes and many of Manchester's bus routes. Several buses also stop at Manchester Airport, including the 103 and 43, which travel into the Manchester city centre.

Heathrow airport has a range of shopping and dining options to help you pass the time before your flight. You'll find luxury shops like Burberry and Cartier and practical shops like WHSmith and Sim Local. For a bite to eat or a coffee, you can visit the Pret a Manger or Caffe Nero, and for more of a sit-down meal, there's a Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar.