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£38 Find Cheap Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

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Cheapest return fare
£72
Typical prices: £141-£104
Ryanair
Wed 10/6Wed 17/6
MAN - EDI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£38
Typical prices: £61-£135
Ryanair
Tue 19/5
MAN - EDI • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from £72 (return)
Best reviews • 6.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Edinburgh. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £104 (return)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh (MAN-EDI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Edinburgh

Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
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08:15 - 16:40
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EDI
8h 25m
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13:35 - 22:15
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MAN
8h 40m
1 stop
£72Ryanair
Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
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08:15 - 16:40
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EDI
8h 25m
1 stop
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13:35 - 22:15
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MAN
8h 40m
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£73Ryanair
Tue, 19 May - Wed, 20 May
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06:50 - 13:50
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EDI
7h 00m
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13:35 - 09:30
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MAN
19h 55m
1 stop
£74Ryanair
Fri, 5 Jun - Sat, 6 Jun
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19:30 - 23:30
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EDI
4h 00m
1 stop
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07:05 - 19:15
EDI
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MAN
12h 10m
1 stop
£75Ryanair
Thu, 11 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
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14:20 - 20:35
MAN
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EDI
6h 15m
1 stop
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13:35 - 22:15
EDI
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MAN
8h 40m
1 stop
£77Multiple Airlines
Thu, 14 May - Wed, 20 May
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21:20 - 10:35
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EDI
13h 15m
1 stop
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07:15 - 16:40
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MAN
9h 25m
1 stop
£78Ryanair
Thu, 14 May - Thu, 21 May
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21:20 - 10:35
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EDI
13h 15m
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08:00 - 13:45
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MAN
5h 45m
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£78Ryanair
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 10 May
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13:50 - 19:40
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EDI
5h 50m
1 stop
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07:55 - 11:55
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MAN
4h 00m
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£79Ryanair
Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May
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06:15 - 19:30
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EDI
13h 15m
1 stop
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23:55 - 07:55
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MAN
8h 00m
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£80Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 May - Tue, 26 May
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09:00 - 22:00
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EDI
13h 00m
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22:00 - 07:30
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9h 30m
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£81Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Edinburgh flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Edinburgh?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh departing in June.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh is January, where tickets cost £78 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £126 and £124 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Manchester to Edinburgh, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Edinburgh

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight£38
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

  • When flying from Manchester to Edinburgh, how can I minimise my carbon footprint?

    To minimise your carbon footprint when flying from Manchester to Edinburgh, there are several steps you can take. Firstly, choosing flights with a single stopover whenever possible is recommended, as multiple connecting flights contribute to a higher carbon footprint due to additional takeoffs and landings. Secondly, opt for airlines that prioritise environmental sustainability and have initiatives in place to reduce their impact, such as British Airways and easyJet.

  • Do flights from Manchester to Edinburgh offer any assistance services for passengers with mobility issues?

    Both easyJet and British Airways offer assistance services for passengers with mobility issues on flights from Manchester to Edinburgh. These services typically include wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and trained staff to support passengers with mobility needs throughout their journey. It is advisable to contact the respective airline to enquire about the specific assistance services available before your flight.

  • Which hotels are a close distance away from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI)?

    There are several hotels in close proximity to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI). Some options include the Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport, the DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport, and the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport. These hotels are conveniently located within walking distance or a short shuttle ride from the airport terminal.

  • Are there any airlines that have Wi-Fi on their planes from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    Both British Airways and Ryanair offer Wi-Fi on board their planes for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh. Passengers can enjoy internet connectivity during the flight, allowing them to stay connected, browse the web, or attend to their online activities. It is advisable to check with the specific airline for the most up-to-date information regarding Wi-Fi availability and any associated charges.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh was £38 for a one-way ticket and £72 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Manchester and Edinburgh.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh, easyJet or Ryanair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Edinburgh are easyJet and Ryanair. With an average price for the route of £97 and an overall rating of 6.9, easyJet is the most popular choice. Ryanair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £115 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Manchester is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Manchester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Edinburgh

  • To get to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Manchester city centre via train, you can take the direct train service from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Manchester Airport Station. Trains operate regularly, and the journey typically takes around 20 minutes. Manchester Airport Station is conveniently located within the airport complex, making it easily accessible for travellers.
  • Manchester Airport's Terminal 3 is home to two business lounges for passengers flying to Edinburgh. The Escape Lounge, situated near Gate 13, offers a peaceful retreat with complimentary food and drinks, comfortable seating, and access to charging points. Additionally, the 1903 Lounge, located near Gate 43, provides an elevated experience with table service, a wide selection of food and beverages, and shower facilities.
  • You can take the dedicated Airport Line service to Manchester Airport from the city centre of Manchester via bus. The bus service operates 24/7 and provides a convenient and cost-effective option for travellers. Buses frequently run from different locations in the city centre, including Manchester Piccadilly, with multiple stops at the airport terminals, making reaching your desired terminal for your flight easy.
  • Manchester Airport serves as a hub for several airlines, including easyJet, Jet2, and TUI Airways. These airlines offer frequent flights from Manchester to Edinburgh, providing passengers with a wide range of options and convenient connections. With the airlines' hub presence, travellers can benefit from increased flight frequency, flexible schedules, and streamlined connections when flying between Manchester and Edinburgh.
  • To travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to the city centre, you can take the Airlink 100 bus service, which operates frequently and provides a direct connection. The journey typically takes around 30 minutes and offers convenient stops at key locations in the city centre. Alternatively, taxis and airport shuttles are also available for a more direct and personalised transfer to the city centre.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Manchester to Edinburgh

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to Edinburgh. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Manchester to Edinburgh? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.9
RyanairOverall score based on 5341 reviews
6.0Food
5.6Entertainment
6.7Boarding
7.5Crew
6.5Comfort
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Easy short trip from Faro to Cardiff. Exceptional staff. Early landing and straight through airport in 15 minutes from touch down.

10.0 ExcellentKevin, Apr 2026
FAO - CWL
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Easy short trip from Faro to Cardiff. Exceptional staff. Early landing and straight through airport in 15 minutes from touch down.

I didn't eat any food so can't comment on that. The prices on the plane are extortionate (as are all prices on planes). Everything else was seemless and a great experience

I need assistance and I could not fault it at all. I suffer anxiety and I was always put at ease by assistance staff, and the banter was good. On board the staff was so very nice and kind and showed empathy. Thank you to them. It was my first time travelling since I lost my husband and was so grateful to them.

Food and entertainment were not available, so my rating on those items isn't actually correct. There should be a "Not relevant" or "Didn't use it" option.

Delay in boarding with no explanation why. Stood for about 40 mins waiting to board

Great flight just took some time to board even when lining up early for the flight, even taking off took longer then expected.

Rubbish moved my seat don’t know why same seat configuration cost me extra so me and my wife could sit together now I know why no paper ticket so they can do this

Slow and delayed boarding, including standing outside 15m in -3 temperatures, Late take-off approx 45 mins Very slow bag delivery approx 45 min - no explanation

The flight boarded nice and early and this meant there was no sudden rush at the gate. The only down side was the cabin was very cold 🥶

Flying from Newquay was an absolute dream! Would 100% recommend flights from there!

You need to make signage at Berlin Airport clearer. Having checked in online we had our boarding passes onlour phones. You do not make it clear that you need to check in again to receive a printed luggage tag. You get to baggage drop off and it says you can only do it with a luggage tag BUT not how to get this.

It was good except they could offer free water and tea/coffe

Sitting on the last row in between the aisle and a massive person, all people going to the bathroom bumped into me including the flight attendants.

Sat at rear of aircraft and was very cold. As a frequent flyer for many years, this is was the coldest I have ever been. Other passengers and some crew were complaining how cold it was. Sitting near the doors always risks being colder, just the way the aircraft works - but this was exceptional, bring a good jumper. Everything else was pretty standard easyJet - good value low cost carrier.

The best budget airline in Europe. Flight was on time, crew friendly and worked hard during flight and were able to meet our needs. Only downside (not the airline's fault), there were no rear steps.

It was transportation nothing more. I will give a positive rating over Ryanair. We missed our Ryanair flight the night before and received rude and unconcerned treatment from the Ryanair customer service. It was late. We were very tired and stressed after doing our best to get to the airport. The so called customer service ladies were completely unconcerned from the start. Aside from that, the flight to London seemed to be their opportunity for advertising. No time to relax as attendants were constantly in the aisle selling. I will never fly Ryanair again!!

Boarding and disembarking were smooth. Not offering free water was cheap ... I've never encountered that before on a flight.

Boarding could be better. To get through your gate but to be stood in a corridor for 20 minutes is not great.

The plane was postponed for over 2.5 hours, which meant that all four of us missed the check in time for our ongoing trip to Melbourne. We had to buy new tickets for 4 people as we had to forfeit the ones we had. The cost was really unfair. i understand that it was snowing during the first leg of the plane for that morning. Surely the cost could have been shared by the airline and not all by us. I could have bought insurance - but you can see how much I travel. I will need to chose more trustworthy airlines.

The true is that travel from London to Faro on 11/12/2025 by BA was cancelled, so I did not go to Faro, so i did not board easy flight. The mediocre qualification to you was because even when i bought an insurance, i could not change date neither obtain reimbursement. It could be ideal if you do something in order for me not to lose the purchase Thank you

I alrady responded to this request, and expllaned at length that this was the worst flying experience in my 77 years. I will NEVER fly BA again.

Airbus A350 is poorly designed for wheelchair users and reduced mobility passengers. The angle of the pods makes it awkward to transfer. I was able to but I have ab stability. It could be a real challenge for people with more severe mobility impairments. You'd think Airbus would have come up with a solution for this or thought more about us disabled folks more when designing this aircraft.

The crew has always been great on BA. They are very friendly and accommodating. I like that they have vegetarian options already in the menu. And the free wine is a nice perk.) I noticed (both directions of my trip) minor upgrades/ replacements needed on the plane itself (touch screen didn't work with touch; bathroom light didn't go on). However, this is one of my favorite airlines.

It was not British Air, we were put onto Air Portugal for our London to Lisbon leg.

Everything was spectacular except the boarding. It was just a mob of people while all groups were called over the public address system.

BA code for a Vueling flight. All god but the temperature in the plane (too hot when engine not running but otherwise ok)

The Britts are wonderful to fly with and the crew were very hospitable. Again, I really wish they had been able to retrieve my carryon bag from baggage claim before the flight so I could be in a less worrisome state of mind, but that's not on them. I completely understand. The window seats with the dimmable windows were very cool!

There was a delay for the San Francisco-London flight, but we were all informed via text and email. The staff was very friendly and nice and the food was good. I do recommend that the airline offer something without eggs or something vegan for the vegetarian meal option. A lot of Indians are lacto-vegetarian, while some could be allergic to eggs/dairy.

food options were terrible. for a 10-hour flight, there should be 2 decent meals. Also, flight attendants should come around with drinks more than just at the meals.

Smooth flight. The seats were comfortable but the reclining mechanism didn't work very well. My wife's seat required the flight attendant to push the seat forward while she pushed the button. The leg support didn't want to return to its home under the seat. I ordered the diabetic meal which was full of carbs. It was low in sugar but carbs turn into sugar so was it really diabetic? Overall the flight was pleasant, long but pleasant.

Very late to leave, poor communication on expected departure time and when boarding actually started.

Everything was perfectly fine, it’s exactly what you would hope for from a budget airline. You get what it says on the tin, what more could you ask for?

Cheap flight but I didn't like the almost one hour delay because of paperwork!!!!

Gate is far at Leeds Bradford Airport. However, as the flight was less than half full, it was calm and not stressful. Great take off and landing. Friendly staff

Boarding was started early and we were lined up in. A glass tunnel on the tarmac we were left standing there for an hour with no information the flight left and arrived 30 mins late

It was great. We arrived a few minutes late but the crew were concert and kind about it. It was a nice smooth fly thanks be to Jesus. I prayed for smooth flight and Yahuwah answered my prayer.

Need more check in desks at Marrakech. Even if you are travelling with hand luggage only, you still need to 'check in' to get the old style boarding pass. Unfortunately they haven't thought to separate out the people checking in luggage to a separate desk. Flight was delayed leaving but arrived on time. Limited food options on board and very overpriced.

We bought tickets for £30 from kayak but we paid £55 for check in to rayan , they slaught us

Flight was delayed so long we missed our second flight. Entire trip had to be cancelled. Ryanair refused to help us.

Stanton airport is outdated, pure equiped, airport. Fire alarms, power outages is a common routine, wich result ir flights delay , additional money spending and huge gathering of people in airport wich is unsafe.

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Compare transportation modes for Manchester to Edinburgh

Transportation modeAverage priceAverage duration
Flights3h 05m
Trains£2203h 12m
Buses£406h 44m