Cheap flights from Birmingham to Manchester

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Flight deals from Birmingham to Manchester

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $497. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in August.

Birmingham to Manchester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Manchester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manchester.

Birmingham to Manchester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$276
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Manchester is $497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Manchester. But we found flights with one or more stops from $497.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Manchester is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport on Monday, 17 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Manchester Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manchester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Manchester Airport (MHT): what you need to know

  • Leave enough time to make your BHM to MHT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHM and MHT:

    • Washington Ronald Reagan Airport

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • Chicago Midway Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Manchester Airport (MHT)

  • At the moment, $276 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $497. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BHM to MHT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHM to MHT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)

  • BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.

  • Of the departures from Birmingham Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MHT)

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MHT)

  • October is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Manchester in March.

  • The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHM to MHT around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Manchester, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 338 kilometres south-west to New York to tick off its must-visit sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Manchester. No trip is complete without seeing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.