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Cheap flights from Manchester to California from £274

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — LAX
17 ינו' — 24 ינו'1
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 18 דצמבר 2025.

ו' 26/1206:00MAN - SFO
2 stops17h 35mBritish Airways
ג' 6/117:20SFO - MAN
1 stop12h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£572
ו' 26/1209:50MAN - SFO
1 stop13h 45mAer Lingus
ד' 31/1217:20SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 55mAer Lingus
Deal found 16/12£662
ו' 26/1206:00MAN - SFO
1 stop20h 45mFinnair
ג' 6/117:20SFO - MAN
1 stop12h 05mFinnair
Deal found 16/12£671
ד' 24/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
ש' 27/1216:40SFO - MAN
2 stops35h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 16/12£675
א' 28/1212:55MAN - LAX
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
ו' 9/117:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£680
ו' 26/1206:00MAN - SFO
2 stops17h 35mAmerican Airlines
ג' 6/117:20SFO - MAN
1 stop12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12£681
ו' 26/1209:20MAN - SFO
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
ו' 2/117:20SFO - MAN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£698
ג' 30/1218:20MAN - LAX
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
ד' 21/115:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£710
ג' 23/1210:10MAN - LAX
1 stop14h 50mScandinavian Airlines
ב' 29/1219:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 16/12£730
ב' 22/1220:45MAN - LAX
2 stops28h 15mScandinavian Airlines
ב' 29/1219:30LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 17/12£736
ה' 25/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
ו' 2/116:40SFO - MAN
2 stops59h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 15/12£748
ו' 26/1206:00MAN - LAS
2 stops23h 41mBritish Airways
א' 28/1220:55LAS - MAN
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12£775

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 18 דצמבר 2025.

Round-trip from

£482

One-way from

£274

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£695
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 27/4-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Manchester to California
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 10m total
  • Manchester to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£96 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 דצמבר 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to California that are best for you.

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Manchester

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterSan Diego

MAN - SAN

MANSAN

Manchester

ב' 2/2

06:05-16:10

1 stop18h 05m

San Diego

ב' 2/3

18:00-19:40

1 stop17h 40m

£485

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

א' 19/4

09:35-16:50

1 stop15h 15m

Los Angeles

ד' 29/4

19:10-08:55

1 stop29h 45m

£487

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

ב' 9/2

06:00-18:01

2 stops20h 01m

Los Angeles

א' 22/2

06:30-12:20

2 stops21h 50m

£490

ManchesterBurbank

MAN - BUR

MANBUR

Manchester

ה' 26/2

13:00-11:57

2 stops30h 57m

Burbank Bob Hope

ב' 2/3

07:25-12:20

2 stops20h 55m

£494

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

ה' 5/2

06:00-17:28

2 stops19h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ב' 9/2

09:00-12:20

2 stops19h 20m

£494

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

ד' 14/1

19:15-17:00

1 stop29h 45m

Los Angeles

ד' 18/2

19:30-09:30

1 stop30h 00m

£503

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

ו' 16/1

19:15-23:21

2 stops36h 06m

Los Angeles

ה' 22/1

19:30-20:15

2 stops16h 45m

£515

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN - SFO

MANSFO

Manchester

ש' 17/1

07:25-15:35

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

ו' 23/1

17:20-16:00

1 stop14h 40m

£521

ManchesterOntario

MAN - ONT

MANONT

Manchester

ה' 5/2

08:50-22:13

2 stops21h 23m

Ontario

ב' 9/2

16:45-16:30

2 stops15h 45m

£522

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

ה' 5/2

11:40-21:49

2 stops18h 09m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ב' 9/2

12:52-15:10

2 stops18h 18m

£523

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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 £355). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £495). 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 18 דצמבר 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 18 דצמבר 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
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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
1,338 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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
1,607 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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
1,399 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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
7,585 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

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

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  • 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 £487, British Airways can have you in California from Manchester in 15h 15m. 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 Vueling (£208), Scandinavian Airlines (£251), and British Airways (£340).

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

    Most travelers choose Manchester - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Manchester - Los Angeles 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 £355). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £495). 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 18 דצמבר 2025.
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£359Average£487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest£378Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest£387Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapest£396Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£421Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£425Average£558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£438Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£438Average£563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest£446Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Aer LingusCheapest£453Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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