Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Manchester to San Diego?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average return price of £522.

Which airlines fly to San Diego?

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Manchester according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Manchester to San Diego?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 15m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Manchester and San Diego?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 70% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Manchester to San Diego?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to San Diego?

KLM and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to San Diego

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

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport.

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

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 San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Diego 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 San Diego Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£374 Cheap Flights from Manchester to San Diego in 2026

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09:35 - 23:34MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

21h 59m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:02 - 19:30SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

24h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

£604Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct

09:35 - 23:34MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

21h 59m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:04 - 08:55SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

37h 51m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

£609Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

14:55 - 11:36MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

28h 41m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

21:59 - 08:20SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

26h 21m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£632Virgin Atlantic

Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

11:30 - 12:00MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

32h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

12:55 - 08:40SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

35h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

£660Lufthansa

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

11:30 - 12:00MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

32h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

22:30 - 08:40SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

26h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

£660Lufthansa

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec

14:55 - 23:34MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

16h 39m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

07:30 - 08:15SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

16h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

£663Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

06:15 - 16:10MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

17h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

07:15 - 11:20SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

20h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

£773British Airways

Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

09:40 - 16:10MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

18:00 - 16:30SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

£773British Airways

Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

16:05 - 14:55MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

30h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

16:30 - 19:15SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

18h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

£802Finnair

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

08:35 - 21:22MAN Manchester-SAN San Diego

20h 47m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:30 - 19:15SAN San Diego-MAN Manchester

18h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

£806Finnair

Tue, 1 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

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Lufthansa

23 Nov

MAN11:30Manchester

32h 30m

1 stop

SAN12:00San Diego

8 Dec

SAN12:55San Diego

35h 45m

1 stop

MAN08:40Manchester

£660

Lufthansa

23 Sept

MAN09:00Manchester

35h 16m

1 stop

SAN12:16San Diego

28 Sept

SAN14:07San Diego

32h 23m

2 stops

MAN06:30Manchester

£661

Lufthansa

23 Sept

MAN09:00Manchester

35h 16m

1 stop

SAN12:16San Diego

28 Sept

SAN16:55San Diego

29h 35m

2 stops

MAN06:30Manchester

£662

British Airways flights from Manchester to San Diego

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British Airways

7 Nov

MAN09:40Manchester

14h 30m

1 stop

SAN16:10San Diego

10 Nov

SAN18:00San Diego

14h 30m

1 stop

MAN16:30Manchester

£773

British Airways

7 Nov

MAN09:40Manchester

14h 30m

1 stop

SAN16:10San Diego

10 Nov

SAN18:00San Diego

14h 30m

1 stop

MAN16:30Manchester

£775

British Airways

7 Nov

MAN06:15Manchester

17h 55m

1 stop

SAN16:10San Diego

10 Nov

SAN09:18San Diego

18h 02m

2 stops

MAN11:20Manchester

£776

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2 stops21h 59m

San Diego

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11:02-19:30

2 stops24h 28m

£604

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Fri 11/9

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2 stops21h 59m

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11:04-08:55

2 stops37h 51m

£609

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Mon 14/9

14:55-11:36

1 stop28h 41m

San Diego

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21:59-08:20

1 stop26h 21m

£632

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11:30-12:00

1 stop32h 30m

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12:55-08:40

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£660

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Mon 23/11

11:30-12:00

1 stop32h 30m

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22:30-08:40

2 stops26h 10m

£660

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Wed 23/9

14:55-23:34

1 stop16h 39m

San Diego

Mon 28/9

07:30-08:15

1 stop16h 45m

£663

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MAN Manchester - SAN San Diego

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Manchester

Sat 7/11

06:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

San Diego

Tue 10/11

07:15-11:20

2 stops20h 05m

£773

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ManchesterSan Diego

MAN Manchester - SAN San Diego

MANSAN

Manchester

Sat 7/11

09:40-16:10

1 stop14h 30m

San Diego

Tue 10/11

18:00-16:30

1 stop14h 30m

£773

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MAN Manchester - SAN San Diego

MANSAN

Manchester

Tue 1/9

16:05-14:55

1 stop30h 50m

San Diego

Thu 17/9

16:30-19:15

2 stops18h 45m

£802

ManchesterSan Diego

MAN Manchester - SAN San Diego

MANSAN

Manchester

Tue 1/9

08:35-21:22

2 stops20h 47m

San Diego

Thu 17/9

16:30-19:15

2 stops18h 45m

£806

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Manchester and San Diego?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £679 to £947.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £609.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you don’t want to visit San Diego in February, then you should wait until January to fly from Manchester, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £604.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around £760 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Manchester for as low as £583 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Manchester to San Diego flight.

How have Manchester to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from Manchester to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	£374
Fastest flight time	16h 39m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San Diego from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £374. The best return flight deal from Manchester to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £604.

The fastest flight from Manchester to San Diego takes 16h 39m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to San Diego

How far is Manchester to San Diego by plane?
The distance between Manchester and San Diego is about 5322.8 mi. 16h 39m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to San Diego Airport?
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 San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Diego 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 San Diego Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Manchester to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Manchester and San Diego, the leading airline is British Airways, making up 55% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Virgin Atlantic with 28%, Lufthansa with 9%, and KLM with 4%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to San Diego

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 692 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom £538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,558 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £549	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,173 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £563	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,196 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,427 reviews	Search Finnair flights

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