What airlines fly to Manchester?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Manchester from California according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Manchester on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Manchester?

British Airways, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Manchester

How long does it take to fly to Manchester?

The flight from California to Manchester depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Manchester (the most popular airport in Manchester), then the flight time is 12h 25m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Manchester, then the average flight time is 14h 25m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Manchester Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Manchester Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Manchester Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Manchester Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Manchester Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Manchester Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manchester Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Manchester Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Manchester Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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LAS

MAN

15h 40m1 stop

1:00 pm - 11:15 pm

MAN

LAS

18h 15m1 stop

$584Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

8:05 am - 10:30 am

SAN

MAN

18h 25m1 stop

1:30 pm - 10:45 pm

MAN

SAN

17h 15m1 stop

$584Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

6:00 pm - 7:05 pm

SAN

MAN

17h 05m1 stop

7:55 pm - 4:10 pm

MAN

SAN

28h 15m1 stop

$592British Airways

Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 15

4:40 pm - 6:35 pm

SFO

MAN

17h 55m1 stop

10:10 am - 2:35 pm

MAN

SFO

36h 25m1 stop

$596Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

12:41 pm - 10:30 am

ONT

MAN

13h 49m1 stop

5:50 am - 4:15 pm

MAN

ONT

18h 25m2 stops

$597Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

4:40 pm - 6:35 pm

SFO

MAN

17h 55m1 stop

10:10 am - 2:35 pm

MAN

SFO

36h 25m1 stop

$599Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 28

4:35 pm - 4:15 pm

SFO

MAN

15h 40m1 stop

6:05 pm - 3:35 pm

MAN

SFO

28h 30m1 stop

$605TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

4:45 pm - 4:20 pm

ONT

MAN

15h 35m2 stops

12:10 pm - 10:48 pm

MAN

ONT

18h 38m2 stops

$611British Airways

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

12:41 pm - 10:30 am

ONT

MAN

13h 49m1 stop

1:00 pm - 9:05 pm

MAN

ONT

16h 05m1 stop

$622Delta

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

8:45 am - 10:10 am

LAX

MAN

17h 25m2 stops

5:50 am - 11:45 am

MAN

LAX

13h 55m1 stop

$627Delta

Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 17

British Airways flights from California to Manchester

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British Airways

Feb 7

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

17h 05m

1 stop

MAN7:05 pmManchester

Feb 15

MAN7:55 pmManchester

28h 15m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$592

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British Airways

Jan 21

ONT4:45 pmOntario

15h 35m

2 stops

MAN4:20 pmManchester

Jan 28

MAN12:10 pmManchester

18h 38m

2 stops

ONT10:48 pmOntario

$611

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British Airways

Feb 7

SAN4:00 pmSan Diego

19h 05m

2 stops

MAN7:05 pmManchester

Feb 15

MAN2:50 pmManchester

33h 20m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$612

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SWISS flights from California to Manchester

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SWISS

Apr 14

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

17h 40m

2 stops

MAN1:20 pmManchester

Apr 28

MAN9:00 amManchester

15h 30m

1 stop

LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles

$616

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SWISS

Apr 14

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

17h 40m

2 stops

MAN1:20 pmManchester

Apr 28

MAN9:00 amManchester

19h 25m

2 stops

LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles

$625

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SWISS

Dec 24

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

14h 30m

1 stop

MAN5:55 pmManchester

Jan 6

MAN6:45 pmManchester

29h 45m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$6,311

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Las VegasManchester

LAS - MAN

LASMAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/4

7:00 am-6:40 am

1 stop15h 40m

Manchester

Wed 2/11

1:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$584

San DiegoManchester

SAN - MAN

SANMAN

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 25m

Manchester

Wed 1/28

1:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$584

San DiegoManchester

SAN - MAN

SANMAN

San Diego

Sat 2/7

6:00 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Manchester

Sun 2/15

7:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$592

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Sun 2/8

10:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$596

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Wed 2/4

12:41 pm-10:30 am

1 stop13h 49m

Manchester

Wed 2/11

5:50 am-4:15 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$597

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Sat 2/28

10:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$599

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

4:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Manchester

Sun 3/8

6:05 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$605

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Wed 1/21

4:45 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Manchester

Wed 1/28

12:10 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops18h 38m

$611

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Wed 2/4

12:41 pm-10:30 am

1 stop13h 49m

Manchester

Wed 2/11

1:00 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$622

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

8:45 am-10:10 am

2 stops17h 25m

Manchester

Sat 1/17

5:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 55m

$627

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

The cheapest month to fly to Manchester from California is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $666, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Manchester in September, then you should wait until February to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $692.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Manchester?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Manchester is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $814. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $981.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Manchester?

Flying to Manchester from California in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $865 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Manchester are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,007. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Manchester?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Manchester from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Manchester for around $818 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Manchester from California for as low as $713 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Manchester flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Manchester flight.

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Fastest flight time	9h 40m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in Manchester	1 airport

The fastest flight from California to Manchester takes 9h 40m

Direct flights go from California to Manchester on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Manchester. From California there are direct flights to Manchester (MAN).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Manchester Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Manchester Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Manchester Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Manchester Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Manchester Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Manchester Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Manchester Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Manchester Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Manchester Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Manchester

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SWISS	PriceFrom $574	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,817 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,339 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,621 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $596	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,607 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $602	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,412 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Delta	PriceFrom $610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,015 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $614	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $615	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,650 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 677 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $675	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,109 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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