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Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £1.60, with average prices for this route around £2.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Sun, Aug 10From £3.90
- Mon, Aug 11From £1.60
- Tue, Aug 12From £1.60
- Wed, Aug 13From £1.60
- Thu, Aug 14From £1.60
- Fri, Aug 15From £1.60
- Sat, Aug 16From £1.60
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 00:24 Manchester Airport | 21m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:28 Manchester Piccadilly | 00:44 Manchester Airport | 16m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:35 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:57 Manchester Airport | 22m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:18 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:41 Manchester Airport | 23m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:33 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:55 Manchester Airport | 22m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:45 Manchester Piccadilly | 11:58 Paris | 13m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train route details





Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport: everything you need to know
Setting off from Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Piccadilly is one of the city's main transport hubs, offering a wide variety of services operated by companies such as TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, and Northern. The station is well-equipped with amenities, including shops, restaurants, and comfortable waiting areas. Its central location and excellent connections to the city’s transport network make it a convenient departure point for those travelling both locally and nationally.
What to expect on your journey to Manchester Airport
The route from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport is served by TransPennine Express, Northern, and Transport for Wales. TransPennine Express typically offers the fastest service, while Transport for Wales often provides the cheapest tickets.
This journey covers approximately nine miles. Although trips from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport can be as fast as 13 minutes, you can typically expect a duration between 13 and 20 minutes.
Journeys can be as cheap as £1.60 when booked in advance or during off-peak times but expect an average price closer to £2. The direct service, designed to swiftly connect the airport with the city centre, offers a quick connection without any stops.
Arriving at Manchester Airport
Arriving at Manchester Airport Station gives you quick access to the airport terminals, making it a perfect choice for those flying in or out of the city. The nearby Trafford Centre offers extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment options, while the Museum of Science and Industry is a short journey away. For a scenic experience, visitors can enjoy walks around nearby parks, including Heaton Park, offering tranquil surroundings.
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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