Flying from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport. Derry and Manchester have the same timezone (UTC+0).
There are 7 flights from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport each week. Take the 09:00 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you'd like to get the most out of your day, the last flight from LDY to MAN departs at 18:45.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between LDY and MAN.
You don't need your passport or a visa for travel within United Kingdom. You will need a valid form of identification though, like a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from LDY to MAN.
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport is C$28. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$56. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flight tickets from LDY to MAN, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about City of Derry Airport (LDY)
The journey from central Derry to City of Derry Airport takes around 41 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near LDY. Whether you're catching an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MAN:
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Manchester. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Manchester in February.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC. Book your flights from City of Derry Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from LDY to MAN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Manchester
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Manchester right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from LDY to MAN:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Manchester Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and The John Rylands Library are must-have experiences during your Manchester visit.
Complete your Manchester trip with hotels and a car rental
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