How does Wingie offer the cheapest Edinburgh-Manchester flights?

When you search for Edinburgh-Manchester flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Edinburgh-Manchester flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Edinburgh-Manchester flights?

For Edinburgh-Manchester flights, you can use Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station as departure airport, and Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly station Railway Station for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Edinburgh-Manchester and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Edinburgh-Manchester is 281 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 50 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Edinburgh-Manchester flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Edinburgh-Manchester flights is Saturday.

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Quick Flight Summary from Edinburgh to Manchester

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
SAR 541
Direct flight duration 3 hour 35 min
Arrival airports MAN / QQM
Best days to book Thursday, Friday
Average over the last 30 days
SAR 702

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Manchester

Best Price

British Airways

28 Jul, Tue17:25

Edinburgh – Manchester

5h 5m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 540

British Airways

13 Jul, Mon18:50

Edinburgh – Manchester

3h 45m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 541

British Airways

10 Jul, Fri06:20

Edinburgh – Manchester

5h 10m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 542

British Airways

27 Jul, Mon18:50

Edinburgh – Manchester

3h 45m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 543

Shortest Flight

British Airways

30 Jul, Thu19:25

Edinburgh – Manchester

3h 20m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 546

British Airways

9 Jul, Thu05:50

Edinburgh – Manchester

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 560

British Airways

9 Aug, Sun07:30

Edinburgh – Manchester

15h 5m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 656

Aer Lingus

24 Jul, Fri20:30

Edinburgh – Manchester

11h 10m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 694

Aer Lingus

20 Jul, Mon20:30

Edinburgh – Manchester

12h 10m

1 stop

EDI–MAN

SAR 698

Last update: 26 June 2026 13:41

Estimated Prices for Edinburgh to Manchester Flights

SAR 1,122

SAR 541

26Fri

Jun

SAR 795

27Sat

SAR 1,122

28Sun

29Mon

30Tue

01Wed

Jul

SAR 746

02Thu

SAR 718

03Fri

04Sat

05Sun

06Mon

07Tue

08Wed

SAR 560

09Thu

SAR 542

10Fri

11Sat

SAR 885

12Sun

SAR 541

13Mon

14Tue

15Wed

16Thu

17Fri

18Sat

19Sun

20Mon

21Tue

22Wed

23Thu

24Fri

25Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Edinburgh City Center

Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport is located about 12 km from the city center and it is one of the busiest airports in Scotland. The airport is accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives, including taxi, tram, Airlink buses, and rental car.

Airlink Buses

Airlink buses are among the most preferred transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center. You can get on the Airlink bus from Waverley Station in the city center and enjoy a convenient ride directly to the airport.

Tram

Another highly preferred method of transportation is the tram. Trams provide convenient and direct access to the airport. You can get on the tram from the York Place or St. Andrew Square stations in the city center and enjoy a 35-minute ride to the airport. Trams run every 8-12 minutes.

Car

Located about 12 km from the city center, Edinburgh Airport is easily accessible by road. The airport is situated on the A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh road and is also accessible by the M8 and M9 motorways from Glasgow and Stirling. The airport’s parking lot features short-term and long-term options; the long-term parking lot is located a short bus ride from the terminal.

Airport Information

Edinburgh Airport features duty free shops where passengers can buy a range of products from perfume to alcohol and chocolate; the options are endless. There are many stores like Kurt Geiger, Jo Malone, and Hugo Boss, where you can buy gifts for your loved ones and enjoy some last minute shopping at affordable prices.

Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Caffe Nero, Costa, and The Turnhouse.

Transportation to Manchester City Center from Airport

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3^rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.