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Cheap flights from Manchester to Edinburgh from £49

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh departing on 3/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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06:40 - 21:35MAN-EDI
14h 55m1 stop
easyJet Logo
06:25 - 23:05EDI-MAN
16h 40m1 stop
£103easyJet
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Thu, 1 May - Sun, 4 May
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11:30 - 17:00MAN-EDI
5h 30m1 stop
Ryanair Logo
20:00 - 12:45EDI-MAN
16h 45m1 stop
£108Ryanair
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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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10:50 - 17:00MAN-EDI
6h 10m1 stop
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13:55 - 14:15EDI-MAN
24h 20m1 stop
Thu, 1 May - Mon, 5 May
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15:30 - 19:50MAN-EDI
4h 20m1 stop
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23:55 - 14:55EDI-MAN
15h 00m1 stop
Sun, 15 Jun - Sun, 15 Jun
Ryanair Logo
06:15 - 09:30MAN-EDI
3h 15m1 stop
Ryanair Logo
21:40 - 09:10EDI-MAN
11h 30m1 stop
£117Ryanair
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Fri, 12 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
Ryanair Logo
21:25 - 00:40MAN-EDI
3h 15m1 stop
Ryanair Logo
15:25 - 18:05EDI-MAN
2h 40m1 stop
£119Ryanair
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Mon, 6 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
British Airways Logo
16:05 - 21:25MAN-EDI
5h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
19:30 - 21:10EDI-MAN
25h 40m1 stop
£251British Airways
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Tue, 19 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
British Airways Logo
19:45 - 11:15MAN-EDI
15h 30m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:25 - 22:40EDI-MAN
6h 15m1 stop
£274British Airways
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Mon, 2 Jun - Mon, 9 Jun
Loganair Logo
17:00 - 20:50MAN-EDI
3h 50m1 stop
Loganair Logo
07:20 - 19:20EDI-MAN
12h 00m2 stops
£591Loganair
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Wed, 14 May - Thu, 15 May
Loganair Logo
17:00 - 20:50MAN-EDI
3h 50m1 stop
Loganair Logo
07:20 - 19:20EDI-MAN
12h 00m2 stops
£657Loganair
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Ryanair flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

Our best Ryanair deals on Manchester to Edinburgh flight tickets
Ryanair
8 Oct
MAN11:30Manchester
5h 30m
1 stop
EDI17:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
8 Oct
EDI20:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 45m
1 stop
MAN12:45Manchester
Ryanair
17 May
MAN18:00Manchester
5h 10m
1 stop
EDI23:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
24 May
EDI23:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 45m
1 stop
MAN00:20Manchester
Ryanair
12 Sept
MAN06:15Manchester
3h 15m
1 stop
EDI09:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
14 Sept
EDI21:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m
1 stop
MAN09:10Manchester

British Airways flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

Our best British Airways deals on Manchester to Edinburgh flight tickets
British Airways
19 Aug
MAN16:05Manchester
5h 20m
1 stop
EDI21:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
22 Aug
EDI19:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 40m
1 stop
MAN21:10Manchester
British Airways
2 Jun
MAN19:45Manchester
15h 30m
2 stops
EDI11:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
9 Jun
EDI16:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 15m
1 stop
MAN22:40Manchester
British Airways
11 Aug
MAN16:05Manchester
16h 15m
2 stops
EDI08:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
18 Aug
EDI16:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
5h 10m
1 stop
MAN21:35Manchester

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Edinburgh

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Edinburgh from Manchester, with most prices found around £117. If you don’t want to visit Edinburgh in September, then you should wait until June to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £119.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

The cheapest day to depart from Manchester to Edinburgh is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £117. Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £155. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Edinburgh?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Edinburgh is at midday. Flights from Manchester to Edinburgh during this time can be as low as £117. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £165. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Edinburgh?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Edinburgh from Manchester when booking 11 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Edinburgh for around £140 when searching 11 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Edinburgh from Manchester for as low as £108 on momondo.

How have Manchester to Edinburgh flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Manchester to Edinburgh flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Manchester to Edinburgh

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to Edinburgh according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Manchester to Edinburgh (MAN to EDI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£49

Fastest flight time

2h 40m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Edinburgh

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Edinburgh from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £49. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Edinburgh found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £103.
The fastest flight from Manchester to Edinburgh takes 2h 40m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Edinburgh. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Manchester Airport - Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.
There is 1 airport near Edinburgh: Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI)

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh?

    A bus from Manchester to Edinburgh from £28 can save you up to 82% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a flight from Manchester to Edinburgh or a train from Manchester to Edinburgh.

  • How far is Manchester to Edinburgh Turnhouse by plane?

    A flight from Manchester to Edinburgh Turnhouse will travel around 174.8 mi. 2h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Manchester to Edinburgh?


Best airlines flying from Manchester to Edinburgh

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easyJetPriceFrom £66Free CancellationRating
6.9
1,797 reviews
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RyanairPriceFrom £88Free CancellationRating
6.2
96 reviews
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RyanairPriceFrom £98Free CancellationRating
6.8
5,036 reviews
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Aer LingusPriceFrom £121Free CancellationRating
7.0
1,063 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £151Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,771 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £183Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,329 reviews
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Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?

Book flights to Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locations
Oban
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Dunfermline
Peebles
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Berwick-Upon-Tweed
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Hamilton
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Can I find flights from Manchester to Edinburgh with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Edinburgh, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Edinburgh from Manchester and alert you when they change.


Choose the best way to get from Manchester to Edinburgh

Buses

6h 03m
£14 one-way£28 return
Direct · from £28

Distance to city centre

2R20.4 mi
G270.3 mi

Trains

3h 11m
£48 one-way£160 return
1 stop · from £160

Distance to city centre

G270.3 mi

Flights

7h 10m
£49 one-way£103 return
1 stop · from £97

Distance to city centre

EDI6.8 mi

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