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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,460. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to London Stansted

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

Manchester to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 724
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to London Stansted is R 1,460. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to London Stansted. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 1,474.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Manchester to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to London Stansted is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and London Stansted Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 London Stansted 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

  • Manchester and London are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAN to STN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAN and STN:

    • Dublin Airport

    • Belfast International Airport

    • Shannon Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • At the moment, R 717 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,460. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from MAN to STN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAN to STN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 20 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)

Getting from London Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • From London Stansted Airport, London is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport. To skip the crowds, head to London in March.

  • Book your flight from Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to STN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • You've done London, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

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