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Cheap flights from Manchester to Asia from £215

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MAN — ICN
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Asia?

To save on the cost of your flight from Manchester to Asia, book at least 50 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 9% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £750 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £791.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Asia?

Flights from Manchester to Asia lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Manchester to Asia in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at £432.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Asia (MAN - AS)?

When flying from Manchester to Asia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Hainan Airlines flights from Manchester to Asia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Hainan Airlines for the route between Manchester and Asia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Tue 1/1012:15MAN - BKK
1 stop18h 05mHainan Airlines
Wed 16/1017:40BKK - MAN
1 stop19h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£551
Thu 7/1111:15MAN - BKK
1 stop18h 00mHainan Airlines
Fri 22/1118:55BKK - MAN
1 stop17h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£552
Tue 21/506:05MAN - HKG
2 stops24h 00mHainan Airlines
Sat 25/509:55HKG - MAN
1 stop27h 50mHainan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£700

Cheap Finnair flights from Manchester to Asia

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Finnair for the route between Manchester and Asia. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Fri 6/917:50MAN - BKK
1 stop29h 35mFinnair
Tue 1/1007:15BKK - MAN
1 stop15h 50mFinnair
Deal found 15/5£567
Wed 22/510:05MAN - HKG
1 stop24h 40mFinnair
Mon 27/520:35HKG - MAN
1 stop27h 30mFinnair
Deal found 15/5£597
Wed 22/510:05MAN - HKG
1 stop24h 40mFinnair
Wed 29/520:35HKG - MAN
1 stop27h 30mFinnair
Deal found 15/5£598
Wed 22/510:05MAN - HKG
1 stop24h 40mFinnair
Mon 27/520:35HKG - MAN
1 stop27h 30mFinnair
Deal found 16/5£599

Cheap Manchester to Asia flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Manchester to Asia specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Sat 8/607:20MAN - BKK
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/612:20BKK - MAN
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£438
Mon 3/614:50MAN - KUL
1 stop18h 05mSAUDIA
Fri 28/602:15KUL - MAN
1 stop17h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 16/5£484
Sat 18/509:15MAN - BOM
1 stop15h 10mGulf Air
Sat 25/521:45BOM - MAN
1 stop14h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 15/5£496
Thu 23/509:15MAN - BOM
1 stop15h 10mGulf Air
Tue 16/721:45BOM - MAN
1 stop14h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 15/5£504
Sat 18/507:15MAN - ISB
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/520:30ISB - MAN
3 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£507
Wed 29/508:00MAN - BOM
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/621:15BOM - MAN
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£511
Thu 16/507:15MAN - ISB
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/507:25ISB - MAN
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£514
Sat 18/507:15MAN - BOM
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/621:50BOM - MAN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£514
Sat 18/507:15MAN - BOM
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/621:50BOM - MAN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£515

Manchester to Asia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Manchester and Asia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Tue 17/918:45MAN - BOM
1 stop22h 25mSWISS
Wed 9/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop11h 40mSWISS
Deal found 15/5£374
Thu 19/906:55MAN - BOM
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Sat 19/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5£387
Tue 10/918:45MAN - BOM
1 stop22h 25mSWISS
Mon 11/1101:25BOM - MAN
1 stop12h 05mSWISS
Deal found 15/5£389
Tue 29/1019:00MAN - BOM
1 stop21h 55mSWISS
Wed 27/1101:25BOM - MAN
1 stop12h 05mSWISS
Deal found 16/5£390
Wed 9/1006:55MAN - BOM
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£392
Wed 25/918:45MAN - BOM
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£400
Wed 9/1006:55MAN - BOM
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Sat 19/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5£400
Tue 8/1006:55MAN - BOM
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Sat 19/1000:55BOM - MAN
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 15/5£401
Thu 10/1006:55MAN - BOM
1 stop11h 40mLufthansa
Sun 20/1002:45BOM - MAN
1 stop12h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5£402

Direct flights to Asia from Manchester

Discover direct flight options from Manchester to Asia. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Fri 1/1110:25MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/101:10HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£708
Thu 5/911:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/1000:35HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£756
Thu 7/1110:25MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 35mCathay Pacific
Fri 22/1101:10HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£775
Fri 11/1011:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 7/1101:10HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£781
Thu 30/511:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 20/600:35HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£783
Thu 30/511:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 20/600:35HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£784
Mon 7/1011:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 23/1000:35HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£788
Mon 7/1011:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 27/1001:10HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£788
Fri 14/611:15MAN - HKG
Nonstop12h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 20/600:35HKG - MAN
Nonstop14h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5£793

Manchester to Asia flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Manchester to Asia for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Thu 23/509:15MAN - BOM
1 stop15h 10mGulf Air
Tue 16/706:30BOM - MAN
1 stop29h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 15/5£481
Thu 23/509:15MAN - BOM
1 stop15h 10mGulf Air
Tue 16/721:45BOM - MAN
1 stop14h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 15/5£504
Tue 21/513:55MAN - ISB
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/507:25ISB - MAN
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£522
Wed 22/513:55MAN - BOM
3 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/613:55BOM - MAN
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£526
Wed 22/514:30MAN - BOM
1 stop31h 00mEgypt Air
Tue 11/603:00BOM - MAN
1 stop15h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 15/5£533
Wed 22/509:15MAN - BOM
1 stop15h 10mGulf Air
Wed 12/621:45BOM - MAN
1 stop14h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 15/5£535
Wed 22/508:05MAN - BOM
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/606:35BOM - MAN
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£546
Tue 21/510:55MAN - ISB
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/507:25ISB - MAN
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£548
Thu 23/506:05MAN - BOM
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 15/700:55BOM - MAN
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 15/5£548

One-way flights to Asia from Manchester

Search for one-way flight options from Manchester to Asia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Sun 16/618:40MAN - LHE
3 stops50h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£215
Tue 11/616:25MAN - LHE
3 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£217
Sat 15/618:15MAN - LHE
3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£218
Wed 19/616:55MAN - LHE
3 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£219
Sun 16/618:40MAN - LHE
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£222
Sat 1/618:15MAN - ISB
3 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£223
Sat 15/618:15MAN - LHE
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£225
Fri 7/621:15MAN - BKK
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5£225
Fri 7/621:15MAN - BKK
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£228

Find flights from Manchester to Asia within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Asia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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ManchesterBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MAN - BKK

MANBKK

Manchester

Sat 8/6

1 stop20h 45m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 23/6

1 stop33h 50m

£438

ManchesterKuala Lumpur Intl

MAN - KUL

MANKUL

Manchester

Mon 3/6

1 stop18h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 28/6

1 stop17h 40m

£484

ManchesterMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

MAN - BOM

MANBOM

Manchester

Sat 22/6

1 stop15h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 13/7

1 stop29h 15m

£494

ManchesterMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

MAN - BOM

MANBOM

Manchester

Wed 26/6

1 stop31h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 17/7

1 stop15h 00m

£499

ManchesterMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

MAN - BOM

MANBOM

Manchester

Tue 4/6

1 stop24h 15m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 2/7

1 stop31h 45m

£523

ManchesterMumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

MAN - BOM

MANBOM

Manchester

Mon 17/6

1 stop18h 00m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 16/7

1 stop24h 55m

£531

ManchesterLahore

MAN - LHE

MANLHE

Manchester

Tue 5/11

1 stop12h 45m

Lahore

Thu 21/11

1 stop32h 45m

£531

ManchesterManila Ninoy Aquino Intl

MAN - MNL

MANMNL

Manchester

Sun 10/11

2 stops32h 40m

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 21/11

2 stops24h 35m

£549

ManchesterBangkok Suvarnabhumi

MAN - BKK

MANBKK

Manchester

Tue 1/10

1 stop18h 05m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 16/10

1 stop19h 05m

£551

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Deals found on 16/5

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Reviews of airlines servicing Asia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Asia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Asia. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
510 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.8
Good
1,084 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Asia?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester (MAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Asia from Manchester.

  • Can I find flights from Manchester to Asia for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Manchester to Asia for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £438, but on average you can expect to pay £511.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Manchester to Asia for under £800 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Manchester to Asia under £800. A good price for a nonstop flight from Manchester to Asia is less than £799.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Manchester to Asia for under £500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Manchester to Asia within the next 7 days for less than £500.

  • What are the most popular routes from Manchester to Asia?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Manchester to Asia?

  • What does MAN to ICN mean?

    Manchester Airport is MAN and Incheon Intl Airport is ICN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL), Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport (DEL), Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Asia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Manchester to Asia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Manchester to Asia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Manchester to Asia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Asia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Asia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Asia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Asia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Asia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Asia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Asia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Manchester to Asia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Manchester to Asia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Manchester to Asia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Manchester to Asia flight deals updated?

    The Manchester to Asia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Manchester to Asia

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China SouthernCheapest£346Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Egypt AirCheapest£392Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£397Average£807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£481Average£689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£490Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest£501Average£835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest£544Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£545Average£852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£555Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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