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Cheapest return flight
£65
Typical prices: £81-£113
Ryanair
Mon 12/11Thu 15/11
STN - MAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£35
Typical prices: £46-£68
Ryanair
Fri 16/11
STN - MAN • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Alicante (ALC)
Cheapest • Avg £72 (return)
Dublin (DUB)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Stansted to Manchester (STN-MAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Stansted to Manchester

Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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06:00 - 21:55STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
15h 55m1 stop Cork
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08:15 - 11:25MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
27h 10m1 stop Wrocław Strachowice
£65Ryanair
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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07:30 - 15:15STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
7h 45m1 stop Knock Intl
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12:35 - 19:20MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
6h 45m1 stop Knock Intl
£67Ryanair
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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07:05 - 12:35STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
5h 30m1 stop Knock Intl
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08:15 - 11:25MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
27h 10m1 stop Wrocław Strachowice
£67Ryanair
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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06:00 - 21:55STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
15h 55m1 stop Cork
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08:15 - 11:25MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
27h 10m1 stop Wrocław Strachowice
£68Ryanair
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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21:05 - 08:45STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
11h 40m1 stop Shannon
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08:15 - 11:25MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
27h 10m1 stop Wrocław Strachowice
£68Ryanair
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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07:05 - 12:35STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
5h 30m1 stop Knock Intl
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15:50 - 22:10MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
6h 20m1 stop Dublin
£69Ryanair
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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06:00 - 21:55STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
15h 55m1 stop Cork
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08:15 - 11:25MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
27h 10m1 stop Wrocław Strachowice
£70Ryanair
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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06:00 - 10:05STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
4h 05m1 stop Cork
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07:10 - 14:30MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
7h 20m1 stop Cork
£70Ryanair
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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08:40 - 15:35STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
6h 55m1 stop Dublin
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12:35 - 19:20MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
6h 45m1 stop Knock Intl
£72Multiple Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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17:15 - 23:59STN  London Stansted-MAN Manchester
6h 44m1 stop Belfast Intl
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19:05 - 23:05MAN  Manchester-STN London Stansted
4h 00m1 stop Cork
£72Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Stansted Airport to Manchester flights

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How much is a return flight from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

Return flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester typically range from £81 to £113. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £65 on Ryanair.

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Key details for London Stansted Airport to Manchester flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£35
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Stansted Airport to Manchester

When to book flights from Stansted to Manchester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport to Manchester flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester.

  • How long is a flight from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

    There are currently no direct flights available from London Stansted Airport to Manchester. Flights with 1 stopover take between 4h 20m and 10h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Stansted Airport to Manchester flight?

    Return flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester range from £81 to £113, with an average of £91 over the past 12 months. Anything below £81 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from London Stansted Airport to Manchester changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £65 to £354. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Stansted Airport to Manchester looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Stansted Airport to Manchester are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £39, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

    Flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester usually depart from London Stansted (STN) and arrive at Manchester (MAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) – 77% of one-stop connections
    • Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Alicante (ALC) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Belfast Intl (BFS) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from London Stansted Airport to Manchester. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £75 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £126, a difference of £51.

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

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

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 20m, compared to 4h 21m via Belfast Intl (BFS) and 10h 37m via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking London Stansted Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £75, about £51 less than Tuesday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Stansted Airport to Manchester trip for December. Fares historically average £72 return in that month – typically £54 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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.

    • Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport By IHG
    • Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
    • Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport By IHG

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