Direct (nonstop) flights from Manchester to London

1 airline flys nonstop from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Heathrow (LHR). It's 152 miles (244 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by British Airways.

MAN
Manchester Airport
🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom
LHR
Heathrow
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
152 mi
244 km
CO₂/pax
28 kg
−86 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
British Airways
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by British Airways British Airways

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

British Airways BA British Airways
Route
MAN → LHR
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
152 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Manchester to London with one stop · direct emits 28 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAN BHD (Belfast) LHR
Leg 1: 55m (170 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (313 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+307% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → BHD
55m · 170 mi
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Leg 2
BHD → LHR
1h 25m · 313 mi
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MAN JER (Jersey) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 10m (287 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (174 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+293% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → JER
1h 10m · 287 mi
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Leg 2
JER → LHR
1h 10m · 174 mi
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MAN IOM (Isle Of Man) LHR
Leg 1: 50m (109 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (252 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 92 kg CO₂ (+229% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → IOM
50m · 109 mi
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Leg 2
IOM → LHR
1h 35m · 252 mi
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MAN DUB (Dublin) LHR
Leg 1: 1h (164 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (279 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+282% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → DUB
1h · 164 mi
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Leg 2
DUB → LHR
1h 30m · 279 mi
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MAN ORK (Cork) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 15m (281 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (346 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+404% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → ORK
1h 15m · 281 mi
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Leg 2
ORK → LHR
1h 18m · 346 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Manchester to London?

A nonstop flight from Manchester (MAN) to London (LHR) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 152 miles (244 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Manchester to London?

Just British Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Manchester to London?

Yes. 1 airline: British Airways.

How far is Manchester from London?

The flight distance from Manchester to London is 152 miles (244 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Manchester to London?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Manchester to London?

Roughly 28 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 140 km.

Is the return flight from London to Manchester also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to London?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Manchester Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.