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Cheapest dealR 1,582
Cheapest monthDecember
Average flight duration4 hours and 9 minutes
Most popular airlineeasyJet

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Athens International to Manchester

Athens International to Manchester: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Manchester below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Manchester.

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Manchester is R 1,582. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Manchester.
easyJet, Aegean Airlines and Jet2 fly direct from Athens International to Manchester.
As of November 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Athens International to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Manchester is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Manchester Airport on Thursday, 11 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Manchester but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manchester is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • Manchester's timezone is UTC+0, making Manchester two hours behind Athens.

  • You can choose from 14 weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.

  • Leave enough time to catch your ATH to MAN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport, so jetting to Manchester (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates ATH to MAN flights is Aegean Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 73.91% of the time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ATH and MAN:

    • Thessaloniki International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • R 703 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,582. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to MAN.

  • Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from ATH to MAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near ATH:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • If you're getting in on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MAN:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Manchester Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and explore beyond Manchester's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

  • From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Manchester in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ATH to MAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done Manchester, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its top sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Birmingham is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.