Which airlines fly to Manchester?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Aer Lingus 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 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Manchester. Keep in mind that there are 7 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?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Iberia, and LEVEL 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 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 12h 35m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Manchester, then the average flight time is 13h 58m.

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 August 2025, there are 6 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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19:30 - 08:40LAX-MAN

29h 10m2 stops

19:15 - 17:00MAN-LAX

29h 45m1 stop

£402Scandinavian Airlines

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fre, 16 jan - sön, 18 jan

19:30 - 08:40LAX-MAN

29h 10m2 stops

19:15 - 17:00MAN-LAX

29h 45m1 stop

£403Scandinavian Airlines

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fre, 16 jan - sön, 18 jan

11:50 - 14:00LAX-MAN

18h 10m2 stops

21:10 - 13:00MAN-LAX

23h 50m2 stops

£431

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mån, 11 aug - mån, 25 aug

22:30 - 18:35LAX-MAN

37h 05m1 stop

18:00 - 12:30MAN-LAX

26h 30m1 stop

£447

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lör, 1 nov - sön, 23 nov

06:45 - 07:35LAS-MAN

16h 50m1 stop

12:35 - 20:20MAN-LAS

15h 45m1 stop

£453Virgin Atlantic

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tis, 9 sep - tis, 16 sep

20:15 - 16:50LAX-MAN

12h 35m1 stop

12:05 - 18:25MAN-LAX

14h 20m1 stop

£457Aer Lingus

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tis, 19 aug - fre, 5 sep

20:15 - 16:50LAX-MAN

12h 35m1 stop

12:05 - 18:25MAN-LAX

14h 20m1 stop

£459Aer Lingus

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tis, 19 aug - fre, 5 sep

16:35 - 10:35SFO-MAN

34h 00m1 stop

17:15 - 14:30MAN-SFO

29h 15m1 stop

£469TAP AIR PORTUGAL

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ons, 19 nov - tis, 25 nov

16:35 - 10:35SFO-MAN

34h 00m1 stop

17:15 - 14:30MAN-SFO

29h 15m1 stop

£470TAP AIR PORTUGAL

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ons, 19 nov - tis, 25 nov

13:40 - 11:05LAX-MAN

13h 25m1 stop

14:15 - 21:55MAN-LAX

15h 40m1 stop

£482Virgin Atlantic

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tis, 19 aug - tors, 4 sep

Virgin Atlantic flights from California to Manchester

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on California to Manchester flight tickets

Virgin Atlantic

9 Sept

LAS06:45Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

16h 50m

1 stop

MAN07:35Manchester

16 Sept

MAN12:35Manchester

15h 45m

1 stop

LAS20:20Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

£453

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Virgin Atlantic

19 Aug

LAX13:40Los Angeles

13h 25m

1 stop

MAN11:05Manchester

4 Sept

MAN14:15Manchester

15h 40m

1 stop

LAX21:55Los Angeles

£482

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Virgin Atlantic

13 Aug

LAX13:40Los Angeles

19h 15m

1 stop

MAN16:55Manchester

19 Aug

MAN11:50Manchester

18h 05m

1 stop

LAX21:55Los Angeles

£500

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from California to Manchester

Our best TAP AIR PORTUGAL deals on California to Manchester flight tickets

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

19 Nov

SFO16:35San Francisco

34h 00m

1 stop

MAN10:35Manchester

25 Nov

MAN17:15Manchester

29h 15m

1 stop

SFO14:30San Francisco

£468

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL

19 Nov

SFO16:35San Francisco

34h 00m

1 stop

MAN10:35Manchester

25 Nov

MAN17:15Manchester

29h 15m

1 stop

SFO14:30San Francisco

£470

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL

19 Nov

SFO16:35San Francisco

15h 40m

1 stop

MAN16:15Manchester

25 Nov

MAN17:15Manchester

29h 15m

1 stop

SFO14:30San Francisco

£487

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Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

fre 16/1

19:30-08:40

2 stops29h 10m

Manchester

sön 18/1

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

£402

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

fre 16/1

19:30-08:40

2 stops29h 10m

Manchester

sön 18/1

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

£403

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

mån 11/8

11:50-14:00

2 stops18h 10m

Manchester

mån 25/8

21:10-13:00

2 stops23h 50m

£431

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

lör 1/11

22:30-18:35

1 stop37h 05m

Manchester

sön 23/11

18:00-12:30

1 stop26h 30m

£447

Las VegasManchester

LAS - MAN

LASMAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

tis 9/9

06:45-07:35

1 stop16h 50m

Manchester

tis 16/9

12:35-20:20

1 stop15h 45m

£453

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

tis 19/8

20:15-16:50

1 stop12h 35m

Manchester

fre 5/9

12:05-18:25

1 stop14h 20m

£457

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

tis 19/8

20:15-16:50

1 stop12h 35m

Manchester

fre 5/9

12:05-18:25

1 stop14h 20m

£459

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

ons 19/11

16:35-10:35

1 stop34h 00m

Manchester

tis 25/11

17:15-14:30

1 stop29h 15m

£468

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

ons 19/11

16:35-10:35

1 stop34h 00m

Manchester

tis 25/11

17:15-14:30

1 stop29h 15m

£470

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

tis 19/8

13:40-11:05

1 stop13h 25m

Manchester

tors 4/9

14:15-21:55

1 stop15h 40m

£482

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Manchester

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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 £509. 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 £530.

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 £590. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around £673. 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 £571. Flights to Manchester are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £780. 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 £515 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Manchester flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Manchester flight.

Cheap California to Manchester flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Manchester

Best price found	£150
Fastest flight time	10h 10m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in Manchester	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Manchester from California in the past 72 hours is £150. The best return flight deal from California to Manchester found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £402.

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

Direct flights go from California to Manchester on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Virgin Atlantic and Delta..

There is 1 airport near Manchester: 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 August 2025, there are 6 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.

Best airlines flying from California to Manchester

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British Airways	PriceFrom £412	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £432	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 1,192 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Air France	PriceFrom £452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £499	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom £505	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights

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