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Cheapest return flight
£209
Typical prices: £241-£320
Lufthansa
Sat 15/12Mon 22/1
MAN - DRS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£146
Typical prices: £257-£277
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/12
MAN - DRS • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Dresden. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 13% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Duesseldorf Intl (DUS)
Cheapest • Avg £222 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 4h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Dresden (MAN-DRS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Dresden

Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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07:00 - 19:45MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
11h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:25 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
14h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£209Lufthansa
Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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07:00 - 19:45MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
11h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:25 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
14h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£210Lufthansa
Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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07:00 - 18:15MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
10h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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13:35 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
10h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£233Lufthansa
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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18:05 - 23:10MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
4h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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13:35 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
10h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£233Lufthansa
Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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07:00 - 18:15MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
10h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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13:35 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
10h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£234Lufthansa
Tue, 15 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan
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07:00 - 18:15MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
10h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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13:35 - 22:45DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
10h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£259Lufthansa
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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18:05 - 23:10MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
4h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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09:25 - 17:00DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
8h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£261Lufthansa
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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17:55 - 08:55MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
14h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:25 - 22:50DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
14h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£261Lufthansa
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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10:35 - 08:10MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
20h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:25 - 08:20DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
13h 55m1 stop Zurich
£323Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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18:05 - 08:10MAN  Manchester-DRS Dresden Arpt
13h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:25 - 08:20DRS  Dresden Arpt-MAN Manchester
13h 55m1 stop Zurich
£340Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manchester to Dresden flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Manchester to Dresden with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Dresden?

Return flights from Manchester to Dresden start at £209. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £241 to £320. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £209 on Lufthansa.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Dresden and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 86% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Manchester to Dresden flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£146
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Manchester to Dresden

When to book flights from Manchester to Dresden

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Manchester to Dresden usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Dresden Arpt (DRS).

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

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

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Manchester to Dresden route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £236 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £507, a difference of £270. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dresden?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dresden are Altmarkt, EADS EFW, and Dresden City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Dresden on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Dresden?

    A direct flight from Manchester to Dresden takes 0h 00m, covering 694 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Manchester to Dresden 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 £209 to £801. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Manchester to Dresden are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £167, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 43m, compared to 4h 48m via Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) and 5h 27m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Manchester and Dresden?

    Dresden is 1 hour ahead of Manchester (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS)?

    Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Alamo
    · Sixt
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · keddy by Europcar

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

    Return flights from Manchester to Dresden range from £241 to £320, with an average of £271 over the past 12 months. Anything below £241 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Manchester to Dresden 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 Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average £236 – about £270 less than Sunday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Dresden trip for October. Fares historically average £235 return in that month – typically £159 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dresden Arpt Airport.
    - Dormero Hotel Dresden Airport
    - Hotel Garden Cottage mit kostenfreien Parkplätzen
    - Akademiehotel Dresden

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