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Science and Industry Museum
Major museum on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, covering Manchester’s industrial, scientific and computing heritage.
Flights from Dortmund to Manchester depart on average 52 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest flight covers the 429 miles (692 km) distance in 1h 35m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 429 miles (692 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Flights per day 52 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
First flight 5:25 AM |
Last flight 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dortmund to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Manchester will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 3 flights that leave Dortmund for Manchester onSun, May 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct flights cover the 692 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, May 31 the longest flights will take 1 h 40 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $570.
Distance: 429 miles (692 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $108 Average price Cheapest | $582 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 6m Average total duration 20h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Manchester:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund to Manchester costing on average $127 (€102).
A bus is $474 (€381) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Manchester costing on average $582 (€468).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 32m.
Bus takes on average 20h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Manchester flights for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM Dortmund | 1h40 | 7:05 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major museum on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, covering Manchester’s industrial, scientific and computing heritage.
University museum with renowned collections in natural history, archaeology and world cultures, recently redeveloped and widely praised.
Popular museum telling the story of football through trophies, memorabilia and interactive displays in the city centre.
Manchester’s best-known creative district, packed with street art, independent shops and a strong music and nightlife identity.
Canal-side conservation area with Roman roots, converted warehouses, bridges and some of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Famous street in the Gay Village, known for cultural significance, nightlife and role in modern Manchester identity.
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A famous Greater Manchester pastry made with flaky pastry filled with currants, butter, and sugar. It is strongly associated with the Manchester area and widely loved across the North West.
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A highly regarded steak and British seafood restaurant set in a former courthouse. It is known for excellent ingredients, strong service, and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
A popular casual spot for Indian street food and craft beer, known for flavorful vegetarian dishes and a lively atmosphere near the city centre.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant in central Manchester, known for refined modern British cooking and polished service in an elegant historic setting.
Generally cheaper than London. Hotels vary by match days and events, while food, transport, and pubs are mid-priced.
Service charge is uncommon outside upscale venues. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated for good service. Round up taxis. No tip is expected for pubs, takeaways, or counter service.
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