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Flight deals from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs29,868. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in February.

Cardiff to Manchester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cardiff to Manchester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manchester.

Cardiff to Manchester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs13,146
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cardiff to Manchester is Rs27,649. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cardiff to Manchester. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs27,649.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Cardiff to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Manchester is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport on Monday, 23 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cardiff Airport and Manchester Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manchester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

  • Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Cardiff.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CWL to MAN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CWL and MAN:

    • George Best Belfast City Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Rs13,146 is the best price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs27,649. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CWL to MAN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CWL to MAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport.

Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

  • Manchester Airport to central Manchester has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to MAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • Birmingham is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No trip is complete without a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

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