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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$72
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$267
Fastest journey on Oct 09
1 h
Average journey duration on Oct 09
1 h
Flights on Oct 09
20
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dublin to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Manchester will cost around $267 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 20 flights from Dublin to Manchester, including 18 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct flights cover the 266 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Oct 09 the longest flights will take 1 h 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.
EI202
FR 562
FR 552
BA2072
EI3320
FR 558
FR 1556
FR 2218
FR 552
FR 1918Flights from Dublin to Manchester depart on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 12 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 55m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Flights per day 27 |
Direct flights 12 |
Fastest flight 55m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Manchester flights for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA2078 | 12:45 PM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 1:55 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI208 | 12:45 PM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 1:55 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 552 | 1:00 PM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA811 · BA1372 | 1:45 PM Dublin Airport | 5h20 | 7:05 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
EW9395 · EW9344 | 3:00 PM Dublin Airport | 4h10 | 7:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA831 · BA1372 | 3:30 PM Dublin Airport | 3h35 | 7:05 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 554 | 3:45 PM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 4:45 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3326 | 3:50 PM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 4:55 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8956 | 3:50 PM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 4:55 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA833 · BA1380 | 6:50 PM Dublin Airport | 3h55 | 10:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 1556 | 8:55 PM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 556 | 9:30 PM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 10:30 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 1899 | 11:50 PM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 12:50 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
EI202 | 6:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA2072 | 6:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA2110 | 7:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 8:40 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3320 | 7:30 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 8:40 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 562 | 7:40 AM Dublin Airport | 1h00 | 8:40 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI204 | 9:55 AM Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8868 | 10:20 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 11:30 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EI3322 | 10:20 AM Dublin Airport | 1h10 | 11:30 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Most Dublin to Manchester flights use the Dublin Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Dublin and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dublin Airport is 3 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dublin Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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