Direct (nonstop) flights from Dublin to Manchester

3 airlines fly nonstop from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Manchester Airport (MAN). It's 164 miles (264 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Aer Lingus, Ryanair, Ryanair UK.

DUB
Dublin Airport
🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland
MAN
Manchester Airport
🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h
Distance
164 mi
264 km
CO₂/pax
30 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Aer Lingus +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aer Lingus Aer Lingus Ryanair Ryanair Ryanair UK Ryanair UK

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aer Lingus EI Aer Lingus
Route
DUB → MAN
Flight Time
1h
Distance
164 mi
Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
DUB → MAN
Flight Time
1h
Distance
164 mi
Ryanair UK RK Ryanair UK
Route
DUB → MAN
Flight Time
1h
Distance
164 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dublin to Manchester with one stop · direct emits 30 kg CO₂ per passenger

DUB IOM (Isle Of Man) MAN
Leg 1: 50m (80 mi) Leg 2: 45m (109 mi) Total: ~1h 35m 🍃 60 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUB → IOM
50m · 80 mi
View DUB to IOM flights →
Leg 2
IOM → MAN
45m · 109 mi
View IOM to MAN flights →
DUB KIR (Kerry County) MAN
Leg 1: 55m (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (315 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+277% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUB → KIR
55m · 162 mi
View DUB to KIR flights →
Leg 2
KIR → MAN
1h 15m · 315 mi
View KIR to MAN flights →
DUB NQY (Newquay) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 5m (213 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (233 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUB → NQY
1h 5m · 213 mi
View DUB to NQY flights →
Leg 2
NQY → MAN
1h 10m · 233 mi
View NQY to MAN flights →
DUB EXT (Exeter) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 25m (222 mi) Leg 2: 55m (188 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 101 kg CO₂ (+237% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUB → EXT
1h 25m · 222 mi
View DUB to EXT flights →
Leg 2
EXT → MAN
55m · 188 mi
View EXT to MAN flights →
DUB LHR (London) MAN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (279 mi) Leg 2: 1h (152 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+250% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUB → LHR
1h 30m · 279 mi
View DUB to LHR flights →
Leg 2
LHR → MAN
1h · 152 mi
View LHR to MAN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dublin to Manchester?

A nonstop flight from Dublin (DUB) to Manchester (MAN) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 164 miles (264 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dublin to Manchester?

3 airlines: Aer Lingus, Ryanair, Ryanair UK.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dublin to Manchester?

Yes. 3 airlines: Aer Lingus, Ryanair, Ryanair UK.

How far is Dublin from Manchester?

The flight distance from Dublin to Manchester is 164 miles (264 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Dublin to Manchester?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ireland to United Kingdom?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Kingdom embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dublin to Manchester?

Roughly 30 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 150 km.

Is the return flight from Manchester to Dublin also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Manchester?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Dublin Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.