Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Derry Airport (LDY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAN to LDY flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Derry (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Ryanair UK Ltd. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair UK Ltd.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a popular stop between MAN and LDY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Derry Airport (LDY)
$34 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Derry Airport flight. Return flights start from $69. These fares can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to LDY, reserve your trip 11 months before your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAN to LDY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Derry Airport (LDY)
If you have a late Manchester Airport to Derry Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LDY:
Follow your own route with a Derry Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Avis and see more of Derry and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Derry Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry
Derry Airport to the centre of Derry has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Derry Airport (LDY)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Derry based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Derry is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Derry Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to LDY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Derry, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 370 kilometres south-east to Manchester to tick off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 451 kilometres south-east of Derry. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.