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Salford Central to Manchester Airport Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Salford Central to Manchester Airport, starting from $9.05 and averaging $9.41. The entire journey takes no more than 37m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:46
Salford Central
06:31
Manchester Airport
45m, Changes requiredNorthern
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06:17
Salford Central
07:00
Manchester Airport
43m, Changes requiredNorthern
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06:30
Salford Central
07:09
Manchester Airport
39m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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06:35
Salford Central
07:36
Manchester Airport
1h 1m, Changes requiredNorthern
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06:58
Salford Central
07:45
Manchester Airport
47m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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07:18
Salford Central
08:00
Paris
42m, Changes requiredNorthern
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Salford Central to Manchester Airport Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:46
Last train
Last train
23:23
Departure station
Departure station
Salford Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Airport
Journey time
Journey time
37m
Distance
Distance
9 miles
Price
Price
$9.05*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Salford Central to Manchester Airport

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Salford Central to Manchester Airport during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Salford Central to Manchester Airport for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Salford Central to Manchester Airport, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Salford Central to Manchester Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Salford Central to Manchester Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Salford Central to Manchester Airport Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.