The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
13 km
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 €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester for Manchester Airport on Sat, Feb 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
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Compare bus and train for Manchester to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €1, and a bus costs an average of €2.
Distance: 13 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:55 PM Manchester | 0h20 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:36 PM Manchester | 0h21 | 4:57 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 PM Manchester | 0h21 | 5:57 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
NT221300 | 6:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 6:50 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP112100 | 6:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h25 | 6:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NT221200 | 6:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 7:20 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP112000 | 6:50 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h25 | 7:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NT221100 | 7:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h50 | 7:50 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP111900 | 7:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h25 | 7:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Manchester Airport
Trains from Manchester to Manchester Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 13m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Manchester Airport from €1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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