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Overview: Brighton to Manchester flight

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Flights from Brighton to Manchester depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.

There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 55m. August is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance
203 miles (328 km)
Average flight duration
1h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
$74 (€60)
Flights per day
12
Direct flights
7
Fastest flight
55m
First flight
5:05 AM
Last flight
10:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)

The cheapest and fastest flights from Brighton to Manchester

Showing times and prices for May 16

Cheapest price

$165

Average price

$388

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h

Flights per day

9

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Brighton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Manchester will cost around $388 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.

Fast flights

Of the 9 flights that leave Brighton for Manchester onSat, May 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 16 the direct flights cover the 328 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .

On Sat, May 16 the longest flights will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • LoganairLM0360
    6:45 AM1h00
    Southampton Airport
    7:45 AMManchester Airport
    $1651One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1378
    8:10 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:05 PMManchester Airport
    $2381One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1380
    9:45 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:40 PMManchester Airport
    $2381One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1370
    4:15 PM1h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    5:20 PMManchester Airport
    $3541One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1302+LoganairBA7825
    8:00 AM3h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    11:55 AMManchester Airport
    $4191One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, flight, and bus for Brighton to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $74.

Distance: 203 miles (328 km)

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Flight
Most popular
Bus
Train
Driving

$156

Average price

$31

Average price

Cheapest

$127

Average price

$110

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 2m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

8h 5m

Average total duration

7h 35m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 57m

Average total duration

4h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 0m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

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Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Manchester is a bus with an average price of $31 (€25).

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Manchester:

A bus is $95 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Manchester costing on average $127 (€102).

A bus is $125 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Manchester costing on average $156 (€125).

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 2m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 27m.

Bus takes on average 7h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brighton and Manchester including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton to Manchester among Omio's users.

Live departures

Brighton to Manchester flight times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Manchester flights for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
British AirwaysBA13586:45 AM London Heathrow Airport
1h00
7:45 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
British AirwaysBA1390+Emerald Airlines IrelandBA89027:25 AM London Heathrow Airport
4h45
12:10 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA13608:45 AM London Heathrow Airport
1h00
9:45 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
British AirwaysBA1392+Emerald Airlines IrelandBA89048:50 AM London Heathrow Airport
6h40
3:30 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA1392+Emerald Airlines IrelandBA89028:50 AM London Heathrow Airport
3h20
12:10 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA136210:25 AM London Heathrow Airport
1h05
11:30 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
British AirwaysBA1308+LoganairBA782511:55 AM London Heathrow Airport
3h50
3:45 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
LoganairLM036612:20 PM Southampton Airport
1h00
1:20 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8904+BA CityflyerBA875212:25 PM London City Airport
3h05
3:30 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
BA CityflyerBA8752+Emerald Airlines IrelandBA890612:25 PM London City Airport
7h00
7:25 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA1424+LoganairBA40571:00 PM London Heathrow Airport
6h20
7:20 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA1400+Emerald Airlines IrelandBA89062:05 PM London Heathrow Airport
5h20
7:25 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA13682:40 PM London Heathrow Airport
1h05
3:45 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8906+BA CityflyerBA87563:00 PM London City Airport
4h25
7:25 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA1312+LoganairBA78273:05 PM London Heathrow Airport
4h15
7:20 PM Manchester Airport1 transfer
British AirwaysBA13726:15 PM London Heathrow Airport
1h00
7:15 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
LoganairLM03686:25 PM Southampton Airport
1h00
7:25 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
British AirwaysBA13789:00 PM London Heathrow Airport
0h55
9:55 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
British AirwaysBA138010:15 PM London Heathrow Airport
0h55
11:10 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Brighton to Manchester?

The best time to book your flight from Brighton to Manchester is 77 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Brighton to Manchester route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brighton to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Brighton to Manchester.

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Why should you book Brighton to Manchester flights with Omio?

British Airways operates all flights services from Brighton to Manchester.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, flight and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Manchester.

Airlines: British Airways from Brighton to ManchesterFind the best flights between Brighton to Manchester with Omio's travel partners British Airways from $21 (€17). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

British Airways

About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$74 (€60)
British Airways frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
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FAQs: Brighton to Manchester Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Manchester by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Brighton to Manchester can start from as little as $74 (€60) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Brighton to Manchester is $156 (€125) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Brighton to Manchester is 55m to travel the 203 miles (328 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Brighton to Manchester leaves at 5:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Brighton to Manchester leaves at 10:15 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct flights a day from Brighton to Manchester with British Airways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Brighton to Manchester, you can count on British Airways for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Brighton and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Brighton to Manchester generally leave from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.London Heathrow Airport is 14 miles (23 km) away from Brighton city centre and Manchester Airport is 8 miles (13 km) from Manchester city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Brighton to Manchester is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brighton and Manchester including taking a train, flight, and bus.
Since neither Brighton nor Manchester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Brighton and Manchester.
The best events to attend in Manchester include:
  • Manchester International Festival, a biennial festival showcasing new works from artists across various disciplines
  • Manchester Pride, an annual celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and community
  • Manchester Food and Drink Festival, a city-wide event featuring local food and drink producers
  • Parklife Festival, a popular music festival held in Heaton Park featuring a diverse lineup of artists.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Manchester are:
  • Manchester Art Gallery, a public art museum housing an extensive collection of fine art and decorative pieces
  • Science and Industry Museum, an interactive museum exploring Manchester's industrial heritage and scientific achievements
  • Manchester Cathedral, a historic Gothic-style cathedral known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere
  • The John Rylands Library, a neo-Gothic library with an impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts
  • Castlefield, a historic area with Roman ruins and picturesque canals, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
The best holidays to experience in Manchester include:
  • Easter, pleasant spring weather and blooming flowers
  • May Day, traditional celebrations with local festivities
  • Christmas, festive decorations and holiday markets
  • New Year's Day, a time for fresh starts and local celebrations.
The best things to do in Manchester include:
  • Old Trafford, the iconic football stadium and home to Manchester United, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history
  • The Northern Quarter, a vibrant district known for its independent shops, cafes, and street art
  • Visit the Manchester Opera House for a captivating performance
  • Explore the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks, a popular area with bars and clubs
  • Enjoy a relaxing day at Heaton Park, one of the largest municipal parks in Europe, offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities.
The best season to visit Manchester is Spring, Summer, or Fall. The best weather to explore Manchester is during May-June or September-October.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton to Manchester among Omio's users.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Manchester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets, public transport, and popular tourist spots. Common scams include fake charity collectors and overcharging by unofficial taxi drivers. It is advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid theft. Staying aware of surroundings, particularly at night, helps reduce safety risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular airports

Popular airports from Brighton to Manchester

Brighton
Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
address
Address
Manchester Airport, Manchester M90 1QX, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
carConnection
Car connection
M56 motorway, Junction 5.
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in all terminals, including WHSmith and Boots.
Parking
Parking
  • Short stay parking near terminals, approximately 7.2€ (£6) per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Assistance, toilets.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Aspire and Escape Lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in each terminal.
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103, 199
  • Train: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail
  • Tram: Metrolink

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