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Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon
Local museum on Barnstaple's history, archaeology, and culture. A strong first stop for understanding the town and wider North Devon.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Barnstaple will cost around €131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 4 flights from Manchester to Barnstaple, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct flights cover the 294 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the longest flights will take 1 h 35 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.

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Flights from Manchester to Barnstaple depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €93 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 08:15, the last at 18:20. The fastest flight covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 50m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €93 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 8:15 AM |
Last flight 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Barnstaple flights for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Manchester | 1h00 | 2:30 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Local museum on Barnstaple's history, archaeology, and culture. A strong first stop for understanding the town and wider North Devon.
Regional arts venue presenting contemporary exhibitions, film, and performances. Worth visiting for changing visual art shows in central Barnstaple.
Maritime museum in a historic signal station at nearby Instow. Displays explain local seafaring and estuary links relevant to North Devon.
Traffic-free trail along the old railway, linking Barnstaple with coast and countryside. Excellent for walking or cycling with estuary scenery.
Historic shopping street lined with characterful buildings. Ideal for appreciating Barnstaple's commercial heritage and everyday town-centre atmosphere.
Green riverside park popular for walks, sports, and family time. It offers open views and a relaxed break close to the town centre.
A rich North Devon cream made by slowly heating milk. Served with scones and jam, it is a defining regional treat across Devon tea rooms.
Traditional Devon split scones filled with jam and clotted cream. The Devon style puts cream before jam and is a proud local custom.
A classic West Country cider from nearby orchards. Dry or sparkling styles are widely drunk in North Devon pubs and with local food.
Smart modern restaurant in Barnstaple known for seasonal British cooking, tasting menus, and polished service in an intimate setting.
Established Italian restaurant with a loyal local following, serving pasta, pizza, and seafood in a relaxed riverside area.
Historic pub and restaurant in the town centre, popular for cask ales, classic British dishes, and a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and meals are usually lower than major cities, while local buses and everyday dining stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Barnstaple flights use the Manchester Airport to airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Barnstaple airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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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