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

Direct flights from Manchester to Derry

Manchester to Derry: Alternative routes

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

Manchester to Derry: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 71
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 4 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair UK Ltd.
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Derry: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Derry is ر.ق.‏ 144. 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.
1 hour and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Derry.
Ryanair UK Ltd. flies direct from Manchester to Derry.
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Manchester to Derry.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Derry is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport on Monday, 23 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 4 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 Derry 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 Derry is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Derry.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to City of Derry Airport (LDY): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Each week, there are four Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, take the 09:00 Ryanair UK flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 17:15 with Ryanair UK.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your MAN to LDY flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Ryanair UK is your gateway to discovering Derry (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport offered by this airline.

  • Ryanair UK is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport. London Heathrow Airport is a popular stopover on the MAN to LDY route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to City of Derry Airport (LDY)

  • At the moment, ر.ق.‏ 71 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق.‏ 144. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from MAN to LDY by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAN to LDY.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 59.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at City of Derry Airport (LDY)

Getting from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry

  • City of Derry Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Derry. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 40 minutes.

When to fly to City of Derry Airport (LDY)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Derry. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to City of Derry Airport for July if you want to explore Derry during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAN to LDY around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Derry. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Derry. No journey is complete without seeing Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

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