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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Manchester from £175

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAN
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Manchester are usually found in November or March, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Manchester (MAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£345

One-way from

£175

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£610
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 7/11-20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 20m total
  • San Francisco to Manchester
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 23/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • San Francisco to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Thu 23/1016:20SFO - MAN
1 stop33h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 6/1117:10MAN - SFO
1 stop30h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 14/9£347
Thu 13/1116:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 16/1109:20MAN - SFO
2 stops37h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 14/9£401
Wed 15/1006:00SFO - MAN
2 stops28h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 7/1112:55MAN - SFO
2 stops33h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 15/9£415
Wed 15/1006:00SFO - MAN
2 stops28h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 29/1013:55MAN - SFO
2 stops36h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 13/9£422
Thu 11/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 14/1209:20MAN - SFO
2 stops37h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 15/9£423
Tue 14/1008:30SFO - MAN
3 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1016:05MAN - SFO
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£427
Wed 29/1018:20SFO - MAN
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1108:15MAN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9£434
Thu 30/1021:30SFO - MAN
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1114:25MAN - SFO
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£437

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Manchester 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 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Manchester that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Price

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

19:10-10:35

1 stop31h 25m

Manchester

Thu 20/11

17:10-16:05

1 stop30h 55m

£345

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

16:20-10:05

1 stop33h 45m

Manchester

Thu 6/11

17:10-16:05

1 stop30h 55m

£347

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

19:40-23:55

2 stops20h 15m

Manchester

Thu 6/11

20:10-14:35

2 stops26h 25m

£414

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

21:30-22:00

2 stops17h 30m

Manchester

Thu 6/11

14:25-14:35

2 stops32h 10m

£437

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

10:30-18:30

2 stops24h 00m

Manchester

Fri 7/11

19:15-14:35

1 stop27h 20m

£438

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 23/10

19:40-18:30

1 stop14h 50m

Manchester

Thu 6/11

13:55-14:35

2 stops32h 40m

£448

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

16:40-08:40

2 stops32h 00m

Manchester

Thu 20/11

10:10-14:35

1 stop36h 25m

£451

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

21:30-08:40

2 stops52h 10m

Manchester

Thu 6/11

19:15-14:35

1 stop27h 20m

£460

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 5/11

12:35-18:35

2 stops22h 00m

Manchester

Wed 19/11

13:55-14:35

2 stops32h 40m

£462

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Mon 27/10

21:30-18:35

1 stop14h 05m

Manchester

Fri 21/11

19:15-14:35

1 stop27h 20m

£474

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Manchester

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Manchester is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from San Francisco to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 SFO to MAN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Manchester. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Manchester is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic, Aer Lingus, andBritish Airways from San Francisco to Manchester have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,274 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,363 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
664 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pratap,Aug 2025

JFK - LHR

The flight is clean, food good and the staff are excellent! Very professional, polite and accommodating. The seat itself is really mediocre. Can’t believe there is not inch of storage space. Believe it or not it there is not place even to put away your phone or pen!! Very very surprising and terribly inconvenient. No coat hanger hook either. Had to give it away. ALL IN ALL VERY INCONVENIENT business class seat compared to their peers. What is even more surprising is that this on their relatively new fleet of Airbus A350-1000. I was having com platelets different expectations of Virgin and this has disappointed me. Everything else is just as good and as you would expect from Virgin!

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

    Airlines like TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Scandinavian Airlines fly from San Francisco to Manchester in about 24h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 25m. San Francisco and Manchester are separated by a distance of 5204 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 flying from San Francisco to Manchester round-trip?

    British Airways, at £400, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Manchester.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Virgin Atlantic and Aer Lingus. Users have found that British Airways is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Manchester 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 San Francisco to Manchester?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from San Francisco to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Manchester

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Manchester. 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£400Average£793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£448Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£494Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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