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

LEVEL and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to California

Which airlines fly to California?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic 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 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 17 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?

There are 19 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to California as of August 2025.

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

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 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.

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16:55 - 16:20MAN-LAX

31h 25m1 stop

19:30 - 09:10LAX-MAN

29h 40m1 stop

£406Scandinavian Airlines

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Sat, 27 Sep - Fri, 10 Oct

10:10 - 17:00MAN-LAX

14h 50m1 stop

19:30 - 18:35LAX-MAN

15h 05m1 stop

£407Scandinavian Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov

08:55 - 21:39MAN-SNA

20h 44m2 stops

13:35 - 16:20SNA-MAN

18h 45m2 stops

£499British Airways

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

06:10 - 21:39MAN-SNA

23h 29m2 stops

17:07 - 18:45SNA-MAN

17h 38m2 stops

£500British Airways

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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

12:35 - 23:42MAN-ONT

19h 07m2 stops

07:05 - 08:35ONT-MAN

17h 30m1 stop

£508Virgin Atlantic

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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct

11:55 - 22:40MAN-ONT

18h 45m2 stops

07:05 - 08:35ONT-MAN

17h 30m1 stop

£544Virgin Atlantic

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Wed, 10 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep

10:55 - 20:52MAN-LAS

17h 57m2 stops

09:55 - 13:10LAS-MAN

19h 15m2 stops

£652Finnair

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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

09:00 - 15:15MAN-LAS

14h 15m1 stop

20:55 - 18:40LAS-MAN

13h 45m1 stop

£655Finnair

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Fri, 13 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

14:20 - 09:04MAN-SNA

26h 44m2 stops

10:23 - 13:50SNA-MAN

19h 27m2 stops

£704Aer Lingus

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Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct

08:05 - 19:17MAN-SNA

19h 12m2 stops

11:46 - 11:50SNA-MAN

16h 04m2 stops

£706Aer Lingus

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Manchester to California

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Scandinavian Airlines

27 Sept

MAN16:55Manchester

31h 25m

1 stop

LAX16:20Los Angeles

10 Oct

LAX19:30Los Angeles

29h 40m

1 stop

MAN09:10Manchester

£406

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18 Nov

MAN10:10Manchester

14h 50m

1 stop

LAX17:00Los Angeles

26 Nov

LAX19:30Los Angeles

15h 05m

1 stop

MAN18:35Manchester

£407

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Scandinavian Airlines

30 Jan

MAN20:55Manchester

28h 05m

2 stops

LAX17:00Los Angeles

10 Feb

LAX19:30Los Angeles

32h 45m

2 stops

MAN12:15Manchester

£408

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Aer Lingus

26 Aug

MAN08:10Manchester

15h 45m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

9 Sept

SFO17:40San Francisco

12h 10m

1 stop

MAN13:50Manchester

£654

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Aer Lingus

17 Sept

MAN14:20Manchester

26h 44m

2 stops

SNA09:04Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

8 Oct

SNA10:23Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

19h 27m

2 stops

MAN13:50Manchester

£704

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Aer Lingus

9 Sept

MAN14:40Manchester

15h 34m

1 stop

SMF22:14Sacramento Intl

19 Sept

SMF23:59Sacramento Intl

22h 51m

1 stop

MAN06:50Manchester

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ManchesterLos Angeles

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MANLAX

Manchester

Sat 27/9

16:55-16:20

1 stop31h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

19:30-09:10

1 stop29h 40m

£406

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Tue 18/11

10:10-17:00

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 26/11

19:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£407

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

Wed 19/11

08:55-21:39

2 stops20h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/12

13:35-16:20

2 stops18h 45m

£499

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

Wed 19/11

06:10-21:39

2 stops23h 29m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/12

17:07-18:45

2 stops17h 38m

£500

ManchesterOntario

MAN - ONT

MANONT

Manchester

Tue 30/9

12:35-23:42

2 stops19h 07m

Ontario

Tue 7/10

07:05-08:35

1 stop17h 30m

£508

ManchesterOntario

MAN - ONT

MANONT

Manchester

Wed 10/9

11:55-22:40

2 stops18h 45m

Ontario

Fri 19/9

07:05-08:35

1 stop17h 30m

£544

ManchesterLas Vegas

MAN - LAS

MANLAS

Manchester

Wed 8/10

10:55-20:52

2 stops17h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 15/10

09:55-13:10

2 stops19h 15m

£652

ManchesterLas Vegas

MAN - LAS

MANLAS

Manchester

Fri 13/2

09:00-15:15

1 stop14h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 16/2

20:55-18:40

1 stop13h 45m

£655

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

Wed 17/9

14:20-09:04

2 stops26h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/10

10:23-13:50

2 stops19h 27m

£704

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

Wed 3/12

08:05-19:17

2 stops19h 12m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 13/12

11:46-11:50

2 stops16h 04m

£706

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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?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of February, then departing from Manchester during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £478.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £541. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Manchester because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £620.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £470. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is at midday when prices are around £590.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £570 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Manchester for as low as £508 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	10h 55m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to California takes 10h 55m

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

There is 1 airport near California: Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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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?
There are 19 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to California as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to California?
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 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

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Delta	PriceFrom £260	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £354	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,470 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £359	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,703 reviews	Search SWISS flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom £386	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 1,957 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £397	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,291 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,930 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,320 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 1,228 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Air France	PriceFrom £454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Air France flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of February, then departing from Manchester during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £478.

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

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £470. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to California is at midday when prices are around £590.

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

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to California flight.

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

LEVEL and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to California

Which airlines fly to California?

Cheap Manchester to California flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Manchester to California

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Manchester to California?

Can I find flights from Manchester to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Manchester to California?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Manchester to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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