Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
London and Manchester share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LCY to MAN flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London City Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LCY and MAN include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Rs35,753 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs72,584. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LCY to MAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Manchester Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from LCY to MAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London City Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to London City Airport's on-time performance, 74.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London City Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LCY? If you're catching an early flight from London City Airport to Manchester Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Book a hotel near MAN if you have a late London City Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and explore beyond Manchester's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Manchester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC. Book your flights from London City Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LCY to MAN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.