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Cheap flights from Manchester to California from £279

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — LAX
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.

Wed 24/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 29/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12£543
Fri 12/1220:55MAN - LAX
2 stops28h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/119:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/12£576
Wed 17/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/116:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12£584
Fri 12/1219:15MAN - LAX
1 stop29h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/119:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/12£584
Tue 23/1217:45MAN - LAX
1 stop27h 20mLufthansa
Tue 13/108:20LAX - MAN
2 stops20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 9/12£589
Mon 15/1217:05MAN - LAX
1 stop29h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/116:45LAX - MAN
1 stop33h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/12£594
Wed 24/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 27/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12£614
Wed 24/1211:25MAN - LAX
1 stop35h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 10/116:45LAX - MAN
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/12£615
Fri 12/1219:15MAN - LAX
1 stop29h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/119:30LAX - MAN
2 stops32h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/12£616
Thu 18/1208:40MAN - LAS
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1219:35LAS - MAN
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£618
Wed 24/1206:10MAN - LAX
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 10/221:00LAX - MAN
1 stop14h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/12£620
Wed 10/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 13/416:45SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/12£622

Find flight deals from Manchester to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to California flight deals. Data was last updated 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£446

One-way from

£279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£685
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 28/1-1/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 50m total
  • Manchester to California
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18/5
  • 18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 19m total
  • Manchester to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Thu 26/2

10:10-17:00

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

19:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Sat 28/2

10:10-17:00

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/3

20:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Wed 4/3

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

19:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Sat 28/2

10:10-17:00

1 stop14h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

20:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Mon 2/3

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

19:30-09:30

1 stop30h 00m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Fri 27/2

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

20:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Wed 4/3

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

20:30-18:35

1 stop15h 05m

£458

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN - SFO

MANSFO

Manchester

Wed 8/4

18:55-16:35

2 stops29h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 15/4

17:45-15:35

1 stop13h 50m

£542

ManchesterOntario

MAN - ONT

MANONT

Manchester

Wed 21/1

12:10-22:48

2 stops18h 38m

Ontario

Thu 5/2

15:09-16:30

2 stops17h 21m

£554

ManchesterOntario

MAN - ONT

MANONT

Manchester

Wed 21/1

10:25-23:58

2 stops21h 33m

Ontario

Thu 5/2

12:41-10:30

1 stop13h 49m

£574

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to California?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to California (average of £356). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £497). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to California in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 4% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to California flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 9 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, Virgin Atlantic, andScandinavian Airlines from Manchester to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,603 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,391 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,573 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to California?

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Manchester to California.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to California?

    For as low as £458, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in California from Manchester in 14h 50m. The distance between Manchester and California is about 5296 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to California one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to California are Scandinavian Airlines (£195), Vueling (£209), and British Airways (£345).

  • What are the most popular routes from Manchester to California?

    Most travelers choose Manchester - Los Angeles, Manchester - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Manchester - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Manchester to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to California?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to California (average of £356). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £497). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Manchester to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£360Average£489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£363Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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DeltaCheapest£380Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest£388Average£568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapest£398Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£422Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£427Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£440Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£440Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest£447Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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