Private charter between Aberdeen and Manchester starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Aberdeen (ABZ) to Manchester (MAN) and Manchester to Aberdeen — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Aberdeen and Manchester is about 428 km (266 miles), or 231 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Aberdeen and Manchester, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | £8,700 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 15m | 1h 08m – 1h 23m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 00m | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 58 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 57 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 57 min | £8,700 – £12,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 56 min | £9,500 – £13,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 54 min | £10,000 – £15,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 15m | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 12m | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Aberdeen and Manchester? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Aberdeen, United Kingdom: Aberdeen International Airport.
Manchester, United Kingdom: Manchester Airport, Hawarden Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Warton Aerodrome and Blackpool Airport.
| Aberdeen International Airport | Manchester Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPD / ABZ | EGCC / MAN |
| Longest hard runway | 6,407 ft | 10,007 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 215 ft | 257 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Longside Airfield (1,640 ft, 40 km) · Baldardo Field · Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Helistrip · Culter Heliport · Hawarden Airport (6,867 ft, 50 km) · Liverpool John Lennon Airport (7,497 ft, 38 km) · Warton Aerodrome (7,946 ft, 59 km) · Blackpool Airport (6,129 ft, 68 km)
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Choose your wheels-up time — Aberdeen–Manchester runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Demand on Aberdeen–Manchester comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 00m airborne across the 428 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Aberdeen–Manchester departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Manchester to Aberdeen runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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