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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.
Flights from Inverness to Manchester depart on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:45, the last at 21:15. The fastest flight covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 1h 15m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Flights per day 10 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 2:45 AM |
Last flight 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 06
$286
Average ticket price on Sep 06
$576
Fastest journey on Sep 06
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
2 h 14 m
Flights on Sep 06
13
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Inverness to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Manchester will cost around $576 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $286.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 13 flights from Inverness to Manchester, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct flights cover the 462 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the longest flights will take 5 h 50 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.
LM0591
LM0134
BA4051
BA4119
U2624+
NX707 · NX540
BA4051
LM0591
BA4119
LM0134
BA8904+
BA7865Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a flight costs an average of $533.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$533 Average price | $174 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Manchester:
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Manchester costing on average $174 (€141).
A bus is $479 (€387) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Manchester costing on average $533 (€431).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 59m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Manchester flights for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1427 · BA1370 | 7:20 AM Inverness Airport | 10h00 | 5:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1427 · BA1368 | 7:20 AM Inverness Airport | 8h25 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1427+ BA7810 · BA7807 | 7:20 AM Inverness Airport | 11h00 | 6:20 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
LM0591 | 10:45 AM Inverness Airport | 1h15 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4051 | 10:45 AM Inverness Airport | 1h15 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1421 · BA1378 | 11:10 AM Inverness Airport | 9h55 | 9:05 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1421 · BA1368 | 11:10 AM Inverness Airport | 4h35 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1421 · BA1370 | 11:10 AM Inverness Airport | 6h10 | 5:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1421+ BA7810 · BA7807 | 11:10 AM Inverness Airport | 7h10 | 6:20 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1421 · BA1400+ BA8906 | 11:10 AM Inverness Airport | 8h15 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1403 · BA1380+ BA4029 | 12:25 PM Inverness Airport | 10h15 | 10:40 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA4029+ BA8904 | 12:25 PM Inverness Airport | 3h05 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1401 · BA1380+ BA4029 | 12:25 PM Inverness Airport | 10h15 | 10:40 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1401 · BA1378+ BA4029 | 12:25 PM Inverness Airport | 8h40 | 9:05 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA4029+ BA8906 | 12:25 PM Inverness Airport | 7h00 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
U2622+ NX707 · NX540 | 1:00 PM Inverness Airport | 8h30 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
U2622+ NX240 · NX541 | 1:00 PM Inverness Airport | 9h30 | 10:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
U2622+ NX230 · NX540 | 1:00 PM Inverness Airport | 7h35 | 8:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
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Inverness Airport is 3 km from Inverness city centre. Public transport options include:
Inverness Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Inverness Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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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