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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 Londonderry to Manchester depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 19:55. The fastest flight covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 1h 5m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Flights per day 11 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Londonderry to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
| Flight | Most popular Ferry |
|---|---|
$242 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest |
5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Londonderry to Manchester:
A ferry is $186 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Londonderry to Manchester costing on average $242 (€197).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Londonderry to Manchester flights for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 PM Londonderry | 5h00 | 10:10 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Central square framed by grand civic buildings, museums, and monuments. A classic starting point for exploring the city centre.
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Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than London, while dining and transit are manageable for tourists with many mid-range options.
Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Most Londonderry to Manchester flights use the City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Londonderry and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
City of Derry Airport is 3 km from Londonderry city centre. Public transport options include:
City of Derry Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, 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 City of Derry Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at City of Derry 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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