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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 22
$352
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$603
Fastest journey on Oct 22
55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
59 m
Flights on Oct 22
26
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Southampton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Manchester will cost around $603 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $352.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 26 flights from Southampton to Manchester, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct flights cover the 292 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the longest flights will take 1 h 5 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.
BA1364
BA1372
BA1368
BA1360
BA8977 · BA8904
BA1380
BA1378
BA1360
BA1358
BA1364Flights from Southampton to Manchester depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $69 (€58) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 55m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€58) |
Flights per day 15 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 55m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 10:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton to Manchester.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Manchester flights for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1327 · BA1364+ BA4004 | 6:50 AM Southampton Airport | 6h20 | 1:10 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1358 | 6:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h00 | 7:55 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1300+ BA7825 | 7:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h40 | 3:40 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1390+ BA8904 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1390+ BA8902 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 12:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1360 | 8:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h00 | 9:50 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8904 · BA8977 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 6h35 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7825+ BA8977+ BA4026 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 6h45 | 3:40 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA8977 · BA8906 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 10h30 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1394+ BA8904 | 10:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h50 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1364 | 12:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h05 | 1:10 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1396+ BA8906 | 12:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h15 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1396+ BA8904 | 12:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h20 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8906+ BA8752 | 12:25 PM London City Airport | 7h00 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8752+ BA8904 | 12:25 PM London City Airport | 3h05 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1306+ BA7827 | 12:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 7:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8906 · BA8975 | 12:35 PM Southampton Airport | 6h50 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1424+ BA4057 | 1:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 7:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1400+ BA8906 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1368 | 2:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h05 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1312+ BA7827 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 7:20 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1443 · BA1378+ BA4106 | 3:00 PM Southampton Airport | 6h45 | 9:45 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA8756+ BA8906 | 3:00 PM London City Airport | 4h25 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1372 | 6:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h05 | 7:05 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1378 | 8:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0h55 | 9:45 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1380 | 9:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0h55 | 10:45 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Southampton to Manchester flights use the Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Southampton Airport is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton 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 main terminal building.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton 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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