Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Bristol?

Flights from Manchester to Bristol usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Bristol (BRS).

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

Only Economy class is available on flights from Manchester to Bristol.

Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Bristol pass through?

One-stop flights from Manchester to Bristol most commonly connect through: • Dublin (DUB) – 71% of one-stop connections • Belfast Intl (BFS) – 21% of one-stop connections • Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Manchester to Bristol. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £111 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £199, a difference of £88. 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 long is a flight from Manchester to Bristol?

There are currently no direct flights available from Manchester to Bristol. Flights with 1 stopover take between 3h 45m and 18h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Bristol?

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

How are flight prices from Manchester to Bristol looking right now?

One-way fares from Manchester to Bristol are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £78, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Belfast Intl (BFS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 45m, compared to 6h 12m via Dublin (DUB) and 18h 52m via Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI).

Which car hire options are available at Bristol Airport (BRS)?

Bristol Airport (BRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • DRIVALIA • Alamo • Europcar • U-Save

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

Return flights from Manchester to Bristol range from £111 to £167, with an average of £141 over the past 12 months. Anything below £111 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Bristol?

Return flights from Manchester to Bristol typically range from £111 to £167. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £69 on Ryanair.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Manchester to Bristol?

Ryanair (£69) offered the cheapest return ticket from Manchester to Bristol in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Manchester to Bristol?

Dublin (DUB) is the most popular stopover for the Manchester to Bristol route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DUB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Manchester to Bristol?

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £130. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Manchester to Bristol, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Belfast Intl (BFS) had the shortest average connection time for Manchester to Bristol stopovers at 2h 37m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

06:00 - 10:40MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

4h 40m1 stop Dublin

06:20 - 14:45BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

8h 25m1 stop Dublin

£69Ryanair

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

15:35 - 21:50MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

6h 15m1 stop Dublin

19:15 - 07:00BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

11h 45m1 stop Dublin

£74Ryanair

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

14:05 - 21:35MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

7h 30m1 stop Dublin

09:30 - 16:30BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

7h 00m1 stop Dublin

£74Ryanair

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

14:40 - 21:35MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

6h 55m1 stop Dublin

06:20 - 14:45BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

8h 25m1 stop Dublin

£74Ryanair

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

20:35 - 09:35MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

13h 00m1 stop Dublin

19:15 - 08:25BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

13h 10m1 stop Dublin

£77Ryanair

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

22:25 - 08:50MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

10h 25m1 stop Dublin

09:30 - 14:45BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

5h 15m1 stop Dublin

£79Ryanair

Mon, 7 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

20:35 - 09:35MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

13h 00m1 stop Dublin

19:15 - 08:25BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

13h 10m1 stop Dublin

£80Ryanair

Fri, 15 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan

22:25 - 07:25MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 00m1 stop Dublin

19:25 - 07:10BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

11h 45m1 stop Dublin

£80Ryanair

Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

14:40 - 21:35MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

6h 55m1 stop Dublin

06:25 - 16:30BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

10h 05m2 stops Glasgow Intl Dublin

£98Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

14:05 - 22:20MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

8h 15m2 stops Dublin Glasgow Intl

06:20 - 14:45BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

8h 25m1 stop Dublin

£108Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov

10:15 - 19:20MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 05m1 stop Krakow J. Paul II Balice

06:20 - 17:15BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

10h 55m1 stop Dublin

£114Ryanair

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

22:25 - 07:55MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 30m1 stop Dublin

14:15 - 22:00BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

7h 45m1 stop Dublin

£118Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

22:25 - 07:55MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 30m1 stop Dublin

07:05 - 19:20BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

12h 15m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl

£150Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

22:25 - 07:55MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 30m1 stop Dublin

06:25 - 20:40BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

14h 15m2 stops Gdansk Rebiechowo Oslo Sandefjord

£150Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 3 Nov

20:45 - 08:05MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

11h 20m1 stop Dublin

19:15 - 08:25BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

13h 10m1 stop Dublin

£159Ryanair

Sat, 31 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

22:25 - 07:55MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 30m1 stop Dublin

07:00 - 21:20BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

14h 20m2 stops Dublin Václav Havel Prague

£162Multiple Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

22:25 - 07:25MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

9h 00m1 stop Dublin

12:15 - 22:40BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

10h 25m1 stop Poznan Lawica

£184Ryanair

Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 5 Nov

06:15 - 12:20MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

6h 05m2 stops Belfast Intl Edinburgh Turnhouse

06:20 - 16:30BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

10h 10m1 stop Dublin

£215Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 3 Nov

20:45 - 08:05MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

11h 20m1 stop Dublin

15:20 - 07:50BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

16h 30m2 stops Dublin Madrid Barajas

£233Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

20:25 - 09:15MAN Manchester-BRS Bristol

12h 50m2 stops Dublin Edinburgh Turnhouse

06:25 - 20:40BRS Bristol-MAN Manchester

14h 15m2 stops Gdansk Rebiechowo Oslo Sandefjord

£264Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Manchester to Bristol? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manchester to Bristol departing in November.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Bristol?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Manchester to Bristol.
How long is a flight from Manchester to Bristol?
There are currently no direct flights available from Manchester to Bristol. Flights with 1 stopover take between 3h 45m and 18h 52m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Bristol?
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 Manchester to Bristol flight?
Return flights from Manchester to Bristol range from £111 to £167, with an average of £141 over the past 12 months. Anything below £111 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Manchester to Bristol looking right now?
One-way fares from Manchester to Bristol are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £78, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Bristol Airport (BRS)?
Bristol Airport (BRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save
Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Bristol?
Flights from Manchester to Bristol usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Bristol (BRS).
Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Bristol pass through?
One-stop flights from Manchester to Bristol most commonly connect through:

• Dublin (DUB) – 71% of one-stop connections
• Belfast Intl (BFS) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI) – 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Bristol?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Manchester to Bristol. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £111 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £199, a difference of £88.

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 Manchester to Bristol?
Flying via Belfast Intl (BFS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 45m, compared to 6h 12m via Dublin (DUB) and 18h 52m via Saint Peter Port Guernsey (GCI).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £111, about £88 less than Thursday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Bristol trip for July. Fares historically average £111 return in that month – typically £88 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 Bristol Airport.

• Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
• Hathway House
• Acorns Guest House

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