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LHR to MAN Turbulence Forecast

Is the London to Manchester flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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LHR
→
MAN
London · Manchester · 1h 02m
5.7
Turb Score
1h 02m
Duration
163 nm
Distance
22,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light-moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–MAN

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About the LHR–MAN route

The London to Manchester route is a short European hop covering just 188 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 22,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by British Airways, easyJet on Airbus A319 · Embraer 190 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 22,000 feet over a distance of 188 miles (163 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LHR–MAN

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LHR–MAN

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–MAN

Airbus A319

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14-20
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 21+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Manchester flight turbulent?
The LHR–MAN route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.7/100.
When is turbulence worst on LHR to MAN?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LHR to MAN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A319 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LHR to MAN?
The LHR to MAN flight takes approximately 1h 02m, covering 188 miles (163 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to MAN?
The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, easyJet, flying Airbus A319 · Embraer 190 aircraft.