Which airlines fly to Manchester?

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Virgin Atlantic 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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Manchester on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Manchester?

The flight from California to Manchester depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, 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 13h 35m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Manchester, then the average flight time is 14h 25m.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from California to Manchester Airport refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 5 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?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, 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

13:00 - 23:15

MAN

LAS

18h 15m1 stop

£435Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

08:05 - 10:30

SAN

MAN

18h 25m1 stop

13:30 - 22:45

MAN

SAN

17h 15m1 stop

£435Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

18:00 - 19:05

SAN

MAN

17h 05m1 stop

19:55 - 16:10

MAN

SAN

28h 15m1 stop

£441British Airways

Sat, 7 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb

16:40 - 18:35

SFO

MAN

17h 55m1 stop

10:10 - 14:35

MAN

SFO

36h 25m1 stop

£444Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

12:41 - 10:30

ONT

MAN

13h 49m1 stop

05:50 - 16:15

MAN

ONT

18h 25m2 stops

£444Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

16:40 - 18:35

SFO

MAN

17h 55m1 stop

10:10 - 14:35

MAN

SFO

36h 25m1 stop

£446Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, 19 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb

16:35 - 16:15

SFO

MAN

15h 40m1 stop

18:05 - 15:35

MAN

SFO

28h 30m1 stop

£450TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

16:45 - 16:20

ONT

MAN

15h 35m2 stops

12:10 - 22:48

MAN

ONT

18h 38m2 stops

£455British Airways

Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan

11:40 - 13:20

LAX

MAN

17h 40m2 stops

09:00 - 16:30

MAN

LAX

15h 30m1 stop

£459SWISS

Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

11:40 - 13:20

LAX

MAN

17h 40m2 stops

09:00 - 20:25

MAN

LAX

19h 25m2 stops

£465SWISS

Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

SWISS flights from California to Manchester

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SWISS

14 Apr

LAX11:40Los Angeles

17h 40m

2 stops

MAN13:20Manchester

28 Apr

MAN09:00Manchester

15h 30m

1 stop

LAX16:30Los Angeles

£459

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SWISS

14 Apr

LAX11:40Los Angeles

17h 40m

2 stops

MAN13:20Manchester

28 Apr

MAN09:00Manchester

19h 25m

2 stops

LAX20:25Los Angeles

£465

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Delta flights from California to Manchester

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Delta

13 Jan

LAX06:25Los Angeles

16h 15m

1 stop

MAN06:40Manchester

30 Jan

MAN13:25Manchester

18h 26m

1 stop

LAX23:51Los Angeles

£459

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Delta

17 Jan

LAX21:05Los Angeles

13h 35m

1 stop

MAN18:40Manchester

28 Jan

MAN13:30Manchester

18h 21m

1 stop

LAX23:51Los Angeles

£463

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Delta

14 Jan

LAX09:50Los Angeles

16h 40m

2 stops

MAN10:30Manchester

29 Jan

MAN09:05Manchester

34h 40m

1 stop

LAX11:45Los Angeles

£466

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Las VegasManchester

LAS - MAN

LASMAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/2

07:00-06:40

1 stop15h 40m

Manchester

Wed 11/2

13:00-23:15

1 stop18h 15m

£435

San DiegoManchester

SAN - MAN

SANMAN

San Diego

Wed 21/1

08:05-10:30

1 stop18h 25m

Manchester

Wed 28/1

13:30-22:45

1 stop17h 15m

£435

San DiegoManchester

SAN - MAN

SANMAN

San Diego

Sat 7/2

18:00-19:05

1 stop17h 05m

Manchester

Sun 15/2

19:55-16:10

1 stop28h 15m

£441

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Sun 8/2

10:10-14:35

1 stop36h 25m

£444

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Wed 4/2

12:41-10:30

1 stop13h 49m

Manchester

Wed 11/2

05:50-16:15

2 stops18h 25m

£444

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 19/2

16:40-18:35

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Sat 28/2

10:10-14:35

1 stop36h 25m

£446

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

16:35-16:15

1 stop15h 40m

Manchester

Sun 8/3

18:05-15:35

1 stop28h 30m

£450

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Wed 21/1

16:45-16:20

2 stops15h 35m

Manchester

Wed 28/1

12:10-22:48

2 stops18h 38m

£455

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

11:40-13:20

2 stops17h 40m

Manchester

Tue 28/4

09:00-16:30

1 stop15h 30m

£459

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

11:40-13:20

2 stops17h 40m

Manchester

Tue 28/4

09:00-20:25

2 stops19h 25m

£465

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Manchester?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from California to Manchester. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £496. If you aren’t able to travel to Manchester during the month of September, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £515.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Manchester is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for Manchester on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as £581. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around £663. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Manchester.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Manchester is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as £563. Flights to Manchester are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £769. Departure times in the morning 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 £609 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Manchester from California for as low as £531 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Manchester flights?

You could potentially save up to 60% 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 refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Manchester Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 5 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?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, 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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Air France	PriceFrom £417	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,513 reviews	Search Air France flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £426	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,410 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £447	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 677 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £450	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,605 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £492	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,649 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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