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

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to California

What airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Scandinavian Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Manchester according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to California refresh daily.

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

As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$337 Cheap Flights from Manchester to California in 2026/27

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8:10 am - 3:50 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

15h 40m1 stop Dublin

5:35 pm - 8:25 pmSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

18h 50m1 stop Dublin

$589Aer Lingus

Wed, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 21

10:10 am - 2:50 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

36h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 6:35 pmSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

17h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$609Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1

10:10 am - 2:50 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

36h 40m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 6:35 pmSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

17h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$615Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28

2:05 pm - 2:50 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

32h 45m2 stops Dublin Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 9:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

20h 25m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Dublin

$615Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

7:30 am - 7:20 amMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

31h 50m2 stops Charleroi Brussels Casablanca Mohamed V

8:30 pm - 6:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

14h 30m1 stop Zurich

$666Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 14

9:50 am - 6:40 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

16h 50m1 stop Dublin

8:25 pm - 7:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

15h 10m1 stop Dublin

$699Aer Lingus

Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 29

9:40 am - 3:50 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

14h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

6:30 pm - 4:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$832British Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

7:35 am - 9:24 pmMAN Manchester-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

21h 49m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:32 pm - 4:30 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MAN Manchester

15h 58m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

$837British Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

5:50 am - 8:43 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

22h 53m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:00 pm - 6:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

22h 40m2 stops San Francisco Paris Charles de Gaulle

$873Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 8

8:40 pm - 4:51 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

52h 11m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul

6:10 pm - 6:40 amLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

28h 30m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$879Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

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7:10 pm - 2:40 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

27h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 6:35 pmSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

17h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$825Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

7:10 pm - 2:40 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

27h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

4:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

33h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda

$825Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

5:55 pm - 1:35 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

5:35 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

34h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$871TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

11:40 am - 6:25 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

14h 45m1 stop Dublin

8:25 pm - 7:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

15h 10m1 stop Dublin

$872Aer Lingus

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Nov 4

11:40 am - 6:25 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

14h 45m1 stop Dublin

11:05 pm - 7:35 amLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

25h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Dublin

$886Aer Lingus

Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24

5:55 pm - 1:35 pmMAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

27h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

4:35 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

34h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado

$889TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

8:35 am - 5:57 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

17h 22m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:30 pm - 4:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,052British Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

8:50 pm - 11:50 amMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

23h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

8:00 pm - 9:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

18h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,065Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26

10:50 am - 8:31 pmMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

17h 41m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:40 am - 9:50 amLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

16h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

$1,071British Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 24

1:00 pm - 12:43 amMAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

19h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:40 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

14h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,073Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Manchester to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 17

MAN10:10 amManchester

36h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

Dec 1

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 50m

1 stop

MAN6:35 pmManchester

$609

Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 20

MAN10:10 amManchester

36h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

Nov 28

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

17h 50m

1 stop

MAN6:35 pmManchester

$615

Scandinavian Airlines

Nov 17

MAN7:15 pmManchester

27h 35m

1 stop

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

Nov 27

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

32h 45m

1 stop

MAN9:30 amManchester

$620

British Airways flights from Manchester to California

Our best British Airways deals on Manchester to California flight tickets

British Airways

Nov 10

MAN7:35 amManchester

21h 49m

2 stops

SNA9:24 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Nov 17

SNA4:32 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

15h 58m

2 stops

MAN4:30 pmManchester

$837

British Airways

Nov 10

MAN9:40 amManchester

21h 17m

2 stops

ONT10:57 pmOntario

Jan 16

ONT4:19 pmOntario

16h 06m

2 stops

MAN4:25 pmManchester

$839

British Airways

Nov 19

MAN11:50 amManchester

20h 09m

2 stops

ONT11:59 pmOntario

Nov 27

ONT2:09 pmOntario

18h 26m

2 stops

MAN4:35 pmManchester

$857

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ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Wed 4/14

8:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/21

5:35 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$589

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Tue 11/17

10:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop36h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

4:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$609

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Fri 11/20

10:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop36h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 11/28

4:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$615

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Wed 11/25

2:05 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops32h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

4:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$615

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN Manchester - LAX Los Angeles

MANLAX

Manchester

Mon 3/1

7:30 am-7:20 am

2 stops31h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/14

8:30 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$666

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN Manchester - LAX Los Angeles

MANLAX

Manchester

Mon 11/16

9:50 am-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/29

8:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$699

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ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN Manchester - LAX Los Angeles

MANLAX

Manchester

Tue 11/10

9:40 am-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

6:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$832

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN Manchester - SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

MANSNA

Manchester

Tue 11/10

7:35 am-9:24 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/17

4:32 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops15h 58m

$837

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN Manchester - LAX Los Angeles

MANLAX

Manchester

Sun 1/31

5:50 am-8:43 pm

2 stops22h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

12:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$873

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN Manchester - LAX Los Angeles

MANLAX

Manchester

Wed 11/4

8:40 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops52h 11m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/7

6:10 pm-6:40 am

2 stops28h 30m

$879

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around $781.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $862 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Manchester for as low as $740 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to California flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$337
Fastest flight time	10h 20m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from Manchester in the past 72 hours is $337. The best round-trip flight deal from Manchester to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $589.

The fastest flight from Manchester to California takes 10h 20m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to California. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to California?
As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Manchester to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,261 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 2,018 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $751	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,834 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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