Manchester to London flights
London lies 262 km (163 mi) south-east of Manchester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Manchester | London | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 568,996 | 9 million |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | MAN, 15 km out | LHR, 24 km out |
| Postal codes | M1–M99 | E1W–WC2R |
Airports at each end
Leaving Manchester
Manchester is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Manchester Airport (MAN), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL, 44 km), Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA, 57 km), East Midlands Airport (EMA, 94 km).
Arriving in London
London is served by 6 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, whose 12,799-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are London Gatwick Airport (LGW, 40 km), London Luton Airport (LTN, 44 km), London Stansted Airport (STN, 49 km), London City Airport (LCY, 13 km), London Southend Airport (SEN, 57 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 24 km (15 mi) | 12,799 ft | 83 ft |
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 40 km (25 mi) | 10,883 ft | 202 ft |
| London Luton Airport | LTN | 44 km (27 mi) | 7,093 ft | 526 ft |
| London Stansted Airport | STN | 49 km (30 mi) | 10,003 ft | 348 ft |
| London City Airport (regional) | LCY | 13 km (8 mi) | 4,948 ft | 19 ft |
| London Southend Airport (regional) | SEN | 57 km (35 mi) | 6,089 ft | 49 ft |
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Common questions
How far is London from Manchester?
262 km (163 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Manchester.
How long does it take to get from Manchester to London by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manchester and London?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Which airports are used for Manchester to London flights?
Typically Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR); London also has LGW, LTN, STN, LCY, SEN.
Where can I stay in London?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.