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

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

Which 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 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 15 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 16 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to California as of September 2026.

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.

£252 Cheap Flights from Manchester to California in 2026

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08:50 - 14:55MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

17:20 - 13:35SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

12h 15m1 stop Dublin

£252British Airways

Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

06:15 - 14:55MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

16h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 16:35SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

£359British Airways

Sat, 9 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan

13:45 - 19:57MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

38h 12m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl

23:39 - 13:55SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

30h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas

£440Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

14:35 - 21:39MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

38h 04m2 stops Madrid Barajas Los Angeles

10:34 - 13:55SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

19h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas

£451Iberia

Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

05:50 - 12:45MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

13h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:05 - 16:05SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

21h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Paris Charles de Gaulle

£460Virgin Atlantic

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 2 Mar

14:55 - 01:15MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

18h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

07:00 - 10:05SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

19h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£464Virgin Atlantic

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 24 Feb

14:35 - 14:12MAN Manchester-SJC San Jose

55h 37m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth

06:00 - 13:05SJC San Jose-MAN Manchester

23h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Madrid Barajas

£477Iberia

Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

06:40 - 15:55MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 14:55SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

13h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

£485Finnair

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 24 Feb

08:55 - 15:55MAN Manchester-SFO San Francisco

14h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

17:25 - 16:30SFO San Francisco-MAN Manchester

15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

£488Finnair

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 2 Mar

13:40 - 16:07MAN Manchester-OAK Oakland

34h 27m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Salt Lake City

05:55 - 16:05OAK Oakland-MAN Manchester

26h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Paris Charles de Gaulle

£508Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

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06:55 - 16:15MAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

17h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:43 - 19:20LAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

18h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

£579American Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

06:55 - 16:15MAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

17h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

09:50 - 13:10LAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

19h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl London Heathrow

£579American Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

09:35 - 19:01MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

41h 26m2 stops Madrid Barajas Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:28 - 09:00LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

34h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Madrid Barajas

£630Iberia

Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

09:00 - 12:18MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

35h 18m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl San Francisco

23:25 - 06:30LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

47h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

£634Air Canada

Wed, 16 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

09:00 - 12:18MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

35h 18m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl San Francisco

23:25 - 06:30LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

23h 05m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

£634Air Canada

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

11:40 - 18:25MAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

14h 45m1 stop Dublin

20:10 - 16:55LAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

12h 45m1 stop Dublin

£635Aer Lingus

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

09:35 - 22:33MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

44h 58m2 stops Madrid Barajas Los Angeles

14:28 - 09:00LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

34h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Madrid Barajas

£635Iberia

Wed, 16 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

06:05 - 13:15MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

39h 10m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

08:20 - 09:50LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

17h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

£642United Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

06:05 - 13:15MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

39h 10m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

10:50 - 10:25LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

15h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

£644United Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

17:25 - 08:27MAN Manchester-LAX Los Angeles

47h 02m2 stops Dublin Chicago O'Hare Intl

20:10 - 20:25LAX Los Angeles-MAN Manchester

16h 15m1 stop Dublin

£742Aer Lingus

Tue, 15 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

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11:00 - 13:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£734Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£769KLM

Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£892KLM

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£915Multiple Airlines

Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£929Air France

Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£936Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

14:10 - 16:30MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£974Delta

Sun, 27 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

12:00 - 14:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

16:35 - 10:15LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£974Delta

Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

11:00 - 13:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

15:45 - 09:25LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£1,170Air France

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

11:00 - 13:20MAN Manchester-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10h 20mdirect

15:45 - 09:25LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MAN Manchester

9h 40mdirect

£1,584Multiple Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

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Finnair flights from Manchester to California

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Finnair

1 Nov

MAN06:40Manchester

16h 15m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

24 Feb

SFO17:25San Francisco

13h 30m

1 stop

MAN14:55Manchester

£485

Finnair

1 Nov

MAN08:55Manchester

14h 00m

1 stop

SFO15:55San Francisco

2 Mar

SFO17:25San Francisco

15h 05m

1 stop

MAN16:30Manchester

£488

Finnair

1 Nov

MAN09:40Manchester

20h 07m

2 stops

SFO21:47San Francisco

2 Mar

SFO10:28San Francisco

16h 52m

2 stops

MAN11:20Manchester

£490

American Airlines flights from Manchester to California

Our best American Airlines deals on Manchester to California flight tickets

American Airlines

24 Sept

MAN08:50Manchester

22h 06m

2 stops

SFO22:56San Francisco

14 Oct

SFO15:18San Francisco

16h 12m

2 stops

MAN15:30Manchester

£511

American Airlines

25 Oct

MAN08:55Manchester

19h 15m

1 stop

LAX21:10Los Angeles

8 Nov

LAX20:50Los Angeles

15h 20m

1 stop

MAN20:10Manchester

£577

American Airlines

14 Sept

MAN06:55Manchester

17h 20m

2 stops

LAX16:15Los Angeles

21 Sept

LAX09:50Los Angeles

19h 20m

2 stops

MAN13:10Manchester

£579

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MANSFO

Manchester

Sat 21/11

08:50-14:55

1 stop14h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 30/11

17:20-13:35

1 stop12h 15m

£252

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Sat 9/1

06:15-14:55

1 stop16h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 15/1

17:25-16:35

1 stop15h 10m

£359

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Tue 24/11

13:45-19:57

2 stops38h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

23:39-13:55

2 stops30h 16m

£440

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Thu 29/10

14:35-21:39

2 stops38h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 4/11

10:34-13:55

2 stops19h 21m

£451

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Sun 1/11

05:50-12:45

1 stop13h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

11:05-16:05

2 stops21h 00m

£460

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Sun 1/11

14:55-01:15

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 24/2

07:00-10:05

2 stops19h 05m

£464

ManchesterSan Jose

MAN Manchester - SJC San Jose

MANSJC

Manchester

Thu 21/1

14:35-14:12

2 stops55h 37m

San Jose

Mon 25/1

06:00-13:05

2 stops23h 05m

£477

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Sun 1/11

06:40-15:55

1 stop16h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 24/2

17:25-14:55

1 stop13h 30m

£485

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN Manchester - SFO San Francisco

MANSFO

Manchester

Sun 1/11

08:55-15:55

1 stop14h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

17:25-16:30

1 stop15h 05m

£488

ManchesterOakland

MAN Manchester - OAK Oakland

MANOAK

Manchester

Fri 4/12

13:40-16:07

2 stops34h 27m

Oakland

Wed 9/12

05:55-16:05

2 stops26h 10m

£508

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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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £579.

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 £622 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 £554 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to California flight.

Cheap Manchester to California flight deals and tips

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Best price found	£291
Fastest flight time	10h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £291. The best return flight deal from Manchester to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £252.

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

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

There are 418 airports in California. From Manchester there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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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?
There are 16 operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to California as of September 2026.
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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom £298	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,211 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £407	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom £410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,984 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom £430	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,557 reviews	Search Delta flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom £433	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,387 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £442	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,065 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Iberia	PriceFrom £445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,250 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom £448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,611 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £453	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,430 reviews	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £456	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,196 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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