Flights from Manchester to Luton

  • Lowest price from €54.99 ≈ £47
  • Average duration 11h 28m
  • Connections per day 52
  • Distance 216 km
  • CO₂ per person 55 kg

flight from Manchester to Luton

The journey from Manchester to Luton is about 216 km. On average a flight trip takes 11h 28m with 52 connections per day.

Lowest price €54.99 ≈ £47
Trip duration 11h 28m
Connections per day 52
Lowest price €54.99 ≈ £47
Highest price €1,492.90 ≈ £1,276
First departure 05:10 AM
Last departure 09:00 PM
Distance 216 km
Departure Manchester
Arrival Luton
Travel operator ryanair, british_airways
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Traveling from Manchester to Luton with Virail

Virail helps thousands of travelers plan their journeys every year. How? It's easy. Just enter the dates on which you plan to travel from Manchester to Luton. Our powerful engine will look at the data from thousands of travel providers, then show you all the available routes. You can choose to travel however you want. Decide on the type of transport you want to use, what time of day you'd like to set off and whether you'd like a direct journey or one with connections. When you've found your ideal route, Virail will redirect you to the web page of the provider. There, you can make your booking, then it's time to prepare for your trip.

How much will I pay for plane tickets from Manchester to Luton?

On average, a plane ticket from Manchester to Luton will cost you €302.07 (≈ £258). However, there may be cheaper alternatives available. Virail will show you the lowest prices available for your chosen travel dates, which could be as little as €54.99 (≈ £47). If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest plane tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many airlines do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.
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How long does it take to get from Manchester to Luton by plane?

The distance between Manchester and Luton is approximately 216 km. In general, it will take you about 11h 28m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. In order to get from Manchester to Luton faster, consider looking for an express service that makes fewer stops along the way. Conversely, a connecting route may, in some circumstances, be faster than a direct journey. The fastest routes between Manchester and Luton will complete the journey in 3h.On average, it will take you about 11h 28m to travel the 216 km between Manchester and Luton.

When do departures from Manchester to Luton leave?

If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Manchester to Luton leaving at 05:10 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 09:00 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Manchester to Luton, which usually leaves at 05:10 AM. The last scheduled departure of the night is normally at 09:00 PM. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.

Which airports are used when traveling from Manchester to Luton?

Depending on the airline you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart Manchester from the following airports: . Arriving at Luton, your route will pass through all or some of the following airports: . Not all airlines serve every airport , so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you.

How many times a day do departures from Manchester leave for Luton?

The exact number of journeys from Manchester to Luton can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 52 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including . On particularly busy days, there can be up to departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Manchester to Luton. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Manchester to Luton varies, but in general, you can expect to find 0 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 52 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Manchester to Luton. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

When to book from Manchester to Luton

These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.

What historical fares show

Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.

According to Virail’s historical fare data, January is typically the cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Luton by flight, with medians around £51.70 versus about £119.93 in October (roughly a 132% swing).

Cheapest month

Up to 132%

The cheapest time to travel is January (£51.70); the most expensive is October (£119.93).

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CO₂ emissions by mode

train 15.12kg
bus 16.2kg
flight 43.2kg
carpool 34.56kg

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