Journey information
Overview: Madrid to Manchester flight
Flights from Madrid to Manchester depart on average 68 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $39 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest flight covers the 1457 km distance in 2h 25m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1457 km |
Average flight duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Flights per day 68 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 05:25 |
Last flight 23:35 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Manchester
Cheapest price
$239
Average price
$624
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Flights per day
82
Distance
1457 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Manchester will cost around $624 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only $239.
Of the 82 flights that leave Madrid for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1457 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 40 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.
BA463 · BA1380
BA459 · BA1372
BA463 · BA1378
AF1301 · AF1168
AF1401 · AF1068
IB1893
U22048
FR 6815
FR 3186
IB719+
BA1378Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $82, and a train costs an average of $716.
Distance: 1457 km
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$194 Average Price | $184 Average Price Cheapest | $726 Average Price |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 7m Average total duration 33h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 28m Average total duration 17h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.4 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Manchester flight times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Manchester flights for today, Wednesday, 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA7052+ BA1366 | 5:45 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 11:25 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB1891 | 6:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h35 | 8:35 am Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1807 · LH105 · LH944 | 6:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 2:50 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1807 · LH103 · LH946 | 6:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 5:00 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1807 · LH103 · LH944 | 6:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 2:50 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
BA7060+ BA1366 | 6:40 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h45 | 11:25 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949+ QR21 | 7:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h35 | 6:00 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949+ QR27 | 7:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 28h55 | 12:20 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949+ QR23 | 7:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 36h15 | 7:40 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH946 | 7:30 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h30 | 5:00 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH944 | 7:30 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h20 | 2:50 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LX2027 · LX380 | 9:10 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h45 | 5:55 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA459 · BA1372 | 11:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 4:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
U22048 | 11:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h35 | 1:35 pm Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB3644 · BA1374 | 11:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 5:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB3644 · BA1372 | 11:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 4:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
SN3722 · SN2183 | 11:35 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h00 | 9:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA1372 | 11:50 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 4:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB3646 · BA1374 | 11:50 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 5:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB3646 · BA1372 | 11:50 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 4:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA1374 | 11:50 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 5:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA1374 | 12:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 5:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ BA1374 | 12:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 5:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ BA1378 | 12:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h25 | 6:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ BA1380 | 12:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 7:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH116+ LH4126 | 12:45 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 11:20 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1113 · LH948 | 12:45 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h00 | 10:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
FR 3186 | 12:45 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h40 | 3:25 pm Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB719+ BA1380 | 2:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h25 | 7:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA1378 | 2:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 6:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA1380 | 2:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h25 | 7:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB719+ BA1378 | 2:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 6:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB719+ BA1382 | 2:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR21 | 2:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h40 | 6:00 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR27 | 2:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h00 | 12:20 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR23 | 2:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 29h20 | 7:40 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB721+ BA1380 | 2:50 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 7:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB721+ BA1382 | 2:50 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h25 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA1380 | 2:50 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 7:30 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB1893 | 3:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h35 | 5:40 pm Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA7063 | 3:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h35 | 5:40 pm Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB723+ BA1382 | 3:45 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA1382 | 3:45 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1115 · LH948 | 4:05 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 10:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
BA7058+ BA1382 | 4:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
IB725+ BA1382 | 4:20 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 9:15 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
SN3728 · SN2183 | 4:30 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h05 | 9:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1805+ LH4088 | 5:35 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h55 | 10:30 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1805+ LH4086 | 5:35 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h20 | 4:55 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1805+ LH4126 | 5:35 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 11:20 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LX2033 · LX380 | 6:35 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h20 | 5:55 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LX2033 · LX390 | 6:35 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 8:20 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR23 | 9:25 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h15 | 7:40 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR21 | 9:25 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 32h35 | 6:00 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR27 | 9:25 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h55 | 12:20 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR25 | 9:25 pm Madrid Barajas Airport | 33h40 | 7:05 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| Thursday, 11 December | |||||
KL1500 · KL1031 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 10:10 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL1033 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 12:45 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH100+ LH4086 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h55 | 4:55 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1500 · KL1035 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 4:35 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1068 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h05 | 4:05 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH944 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h50 | 2:50 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH942 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h20 | 12:20 pm Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1668 | 5:00 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 10:10 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
SN3732 · SN2643+ LH4086 | 5:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 4:55 pm Manchester Airport | 2 changes | |
SN3732 · SN2173 | 5:25 am Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 10:20 am Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Madrid to Manchester flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Manchester
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
- Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
- Metro: Line 8
- Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
- Train: Cercanías C1, C10
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short stay parking near terminals, approximately 7.2€ (£6) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and Escape Lounges.
- Located in each terminal.
- Bus: 43, 103, 199
- Train: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail
- Tram: Metrolink
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