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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 28
Cheapest price on Sep 28
€3
Average ticket price on Sep 28
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 28
13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
13 m
Trains on Sep 28
23
Distance
13 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Manchester Airport will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast trains
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 23 trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport, including 23 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest trains will take 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G901057:36 AM0h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:57 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€31One-way0 transfers- G901098:36 AM0h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:57 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€41One-way0 transfers
- G900935:23 AM0h24Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:47 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€41One-way0 transfers
- G899247:04 AM0h21Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:25 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€41One-way0 transfers
W437895:57 AM0h19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:16 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€41One-way0 transfers
G158864:54 AM0h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:07 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€61One-way0 transfers- G898268:47 AM0h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€51One-way0 transfers
- G898227:47 AM0h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€51One-way0 transfers
- G160155:02 AM0h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:16 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€61One-way0 transfers
- C250463:32 AM0h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:46 AMManchester Airport (MIA)€61One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Manchester to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Manchester Airport trains for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C31980 | 9:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 9:46 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24815 | 10:04 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 10:19 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15951 | 10:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h20 | 11:18 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G90101 | 11:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 11:55 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84902 | 11:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h13 | 11:58 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01251 | 12:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h21 | 12:21 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89837 | 12:23 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 12:39 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84876 | 12:43 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h15 | 12:58 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89886 | 1:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C03163 | 1:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 1:20 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84905 | 1:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 1:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G90111 | 1:31 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 1:53 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43749 | 1:34 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h24 | 1:58 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43749 | 1:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h19 | 1:58 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89888 | 2:00 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 2:16 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15892 | 2:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 2:21 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89844 | 2:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 2:35 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84909 | 2:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 2:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43637 | 2:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 2:56 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89872 | 2:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 3:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16002 | 3:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h19 | 3:21 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89848 | 3:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 3:35 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84911 | 3:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 3:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G90119 | 3:31 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 3:53 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43633 | 3:34 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0h22 | 3:56 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43633 | 3:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 3:56 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89890 | 3:57 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 4:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24604 | 4:04 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 4:21 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89851 | 4:21 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h14 | 4:35 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84916 | 4:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h16 | 4:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43628 | 4:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h17 | 4:56 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or Transport for Wales offer trains services from Manchester to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Manchester Airport from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€3
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€4
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
17m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€2
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Manchester Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Manchester Airport can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Manchester Airport is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Manchester to Manchester Airport is 12m to travel the 13 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Manchester to Manchester Airport leaves at 4:23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester to Manchester Airport leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes,there are 13 direct trains a day from Manchester to Manchester Airport with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester to Manchester Airport, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester and Manchester Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
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