Private charter between Manchester and Southampton starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Manchester (MAN) ⇄ Southampton () in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Manchester and Southampton is about 247 km (153 miles), or 133 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Manchester and Southampton, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 57 min | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 54 min | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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 Manchester and Southampton? 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. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Manchester, United Kingdom: Manchester Airport, Hawarden Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Warton Aerodrome and Blackpool Airport.
Southampton, United Kingdom: MoD Boscombe Down, Southampton Airport, Lasham Airfield, Farnborough Airport, Bournemouth Airport and Dunsfold Aerodrome.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Manchester: Liverpool (LPL), Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN), Broughton (CEG), Blackpool (BLK), Warton (WRT); Southampton: Farnborough, Hampshire (FAB), Bournemouth (BOH), Southampton (SOU).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday business corridor: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 09:00 UTC.
Southampton→Manchester runs about 4 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Mon is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester → Southampton | 147 | 37 min | 31 min | Cessna Citation XLS (49), Cessna Citation M2 (27), Embraer Praetor 600 (12), Embraer Phenom 300 (10) |
| Southampton → Manchester | 162 | 41 min | — | Cessna Citation XLS (49), Embraer Phenom 300 (13), Cessna Citation M2 (12), Embraer Praetor 600 (12) |
309 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Manchester Airport | MoD Boscombe Down | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGCC / MAN | EGDM |
| Longest hard runway | 10,007 ft | 10,538 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 257 ft | 407 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 35 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Manchester to Southampton can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Manchester Airport has 10,007 ft and MoD Boscombe Down 10,538 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 247 km.
Alternates within range: 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) · Southampton Airport (6,191 ft, 0 km) · Lasham Airfield (5,896 ft, 35 km) · Farnborough Airport (8,005 ft, 54 km) · Bournemouth Airport (7,454 ft, 39 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Manchester–Southampton charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Demand on Manchester–Southampton comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 57 min gate to gate across the 247 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Manchester–Southampton departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Manchester–Southampton charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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