Cheap flights from Manchester to San Francisco from £258
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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — SFO
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to San Francisco are usually found in September or February, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.
Wed 24/1209:10MAN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1221:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£522
Thu 25/1209:25MAN - SFO
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1219:25SFO - MAN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£530
Wed 24/1206:25MAN - SFO
1 stop21h 10mLufthansa
Sun 28/1221:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12£537
Wed 17/1209:10MAN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mSWISS
Thu 8/119:25SFO - MAN
1 stop28h 55mSWISS
Deal found 2/12£539
Thu 11/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 26/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£542
Thu 25/1209:25MAN - SFO
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Sun 28/1221:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12£543
Tue 23/1219:25MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 6/117:20SFO - MAN
1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£543
Wed 24/1211:15MAN - SFO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1219:25SFO - MAN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£544
Tue 23/1213:40MAN - SFO
1 stop30h 10mDelta
Sun 28/1213:55SFO - MAN
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/12£546
Thu 25/1213:30MAN - SFO
1 stop18h 27mAir France
Mon 29/1215:40SFO - MAN
1 stop21h 50mAir France
Deal found 2/12£549
Wed 24/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 27/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/12£552
Best flights from Manchester to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Manchester to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Fri 13/309:10MAN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/322:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£523
Wed 24/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 10/116:40SFO - MAN
1 stop17h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£525
Sat 17/113:00MAN - SFO
1 stop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/113:35SFO - MAN
1 stop19h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12£526
Thu 22/106:00MAN - SFO
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/109:10SFO - MAN
2 stops23h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£526
Mon 23/206:25MAN - SFO
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/319:25SFO - MAN
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£561
Thu 21/511:10MAN - SFO
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 31/518:25SFO - MAN
2 stops38h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£546
Tue 24/212:30MAN - SFO
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/316:35SFO - MAN
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£576
Fri 3/406:05MAN - SFO
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/414:40SFO - MAN
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£561
Wed 21/110:10MAN - SFO
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/113:55SFO - MAN
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£591
Last-minute flights from Manchester to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from Manchester to San Francisco. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 9/1215:50MAN - SFO
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 15/1217:20SFO - MAN
1 stop14h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£582
Tue 9/1210:10MAN - SFO
2 stops18h 14mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 26/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£636
Tue 9/1210:10MAN - SFO
2 stops20h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 27/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£638
Wed 10/1209:50MAN - SFO
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 15/1217:20SFO - MAN
1 stop12h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£576
Wed 10/1210:10MAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 26/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£627
Thu 11/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 26/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£542
Thu 11/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 25/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£556
Thu 11/1219:15MAN - SFO
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 27/1216:40SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/12£572
One-way flights from Manchester to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from Manchester to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Wed 25/215:05MAN - SFO
2 stops40h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£258
Sat 17/121:20MAN - SFO
2 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£301
Wed 28/115:05MAN - SFO
2 stops57h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£303
Mon 15/1219:05MAN - SFO
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£329
Thu 15/120:35MAN - SFO
3 stops57h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£332
Sun 14/1206:30MAN - SFO
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£348
Find flight deals from Manchester to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to San Francisco 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 5 December 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Fri 13/3
09:10-17:30
1 stop15h 20m
San Francisco
Thu 26/3
22:40-23:20
1 stop17h 40m
£523
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Wed 24/12
10:10-14:35
1 stop36h 25m
San Francisco
Sat 10/1
16:40-18:35
1 stop17h 55m
£525
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Sat 17/1
13:00-20:10
1 stop15h 10m
San Francisco
Sat 24/1
13:35-17:00
1 stop19h 25m
£526
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Thu 22/1
06:00-15:55
1 stop17h 55m
San Francisco
Mon 26/1
09:10-17:00
2 stops23h 50m
£526
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Thu 21/5
11:10-19:50
1 stop16h 40m
San Francisco
Sun 31/5
18:25-17:20
2 stops38h 55m
£546
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Fri 3/4
06:05-18:56
2 stops20h 51m
San Francisco
Thu 16/4
14:40-17:20
1 stop18h 40m
£561
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Mon 23/2
06:25-14:50
1 stop16h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 1/3
19:25-17:55
1 stop14h 30m
£561
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Tue 24/2
12:30-14:30
2 stops34h 00m
San Francisco
Mon 2/3
16:35-11:50
3 stops35h 15m
£576
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Wed 21/1
10:10-11:50
3 stops33h 40m
San Francisco
Sat 31/1
13:55-09:30
3 stops35h 35m
£591
ManchesterSan Francisco
MAN - SFO
MANSFO
Manchester
Sun 15/3
06:30-20:30
2 stops45h 00m
£270
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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to San Francisco
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Manchester to San Francisco is 67 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 Manchester to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San Francisco (average of £411). Flying from Manchester to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £534). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Manchester to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Manchester to San Francisco?
Share of one-stop return flights from Manchester to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of one-stop itineraries from Manchester to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Manchester to San Francisco?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Manchester to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Lisbon (LIS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £610.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Manchester to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 08m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Manchester to San Francisco?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Manchester to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 38m.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Finnair, Virgin Atlantic, andScandinavian Airlines from Manchester to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airports serve San-Francisco to Manchester flights?
Fly to Manchester from San Francisco with Tap Air Portugal, Lufthansa, Swiss Air or United Airlines. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is situated around 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco, with most international flights departing from here. You can connect to the airport easily by the BART rapid transit system. The journey takes around half an hour at an approximate cost of $7-10 (£5-7). Oakland International Airport (OAK) is located around 10 miles south of downtown Oakland in San Francisco’s Bay area. However, it mostly serves internal or South American flights. Manchester Airport (MAN) is the largest airport in the north of England and the third busiest airport in the United Kingdom after London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW). Manchester Airport sits approximately 8 miles south-west of Manchester city centre. The fastest connection to the airport is by train from Manchester Piccadilly Station. It costs around £3 with a journey time of around 20min.
Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to Manchester?
Unfortunately, there are no direct routes flying to Manchester from San Francisco, however, flights with one and two stopovers are available. Tap Air Portugal, Swiss Air, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa all offer routes with one stopover. Lufthansa also offer routes with two-transfer options.
What are the stopover options between San Francisco to Manchester?
The cheapest options available to Manchester from San Francisco are offered by Tap Air Portugal and Lufthansa. Lufthansa’s cheapest route involves two stopovers in London Heathrow (LHR) and Frankfurt Airport (FRA) for 1h 45min and 1h respectively, with a total journey time of 16h 10min. Tap Air Portugal’s most economical route involves a stopover in Lisbon Airport (LIS) for 2h 45min and a total journey time of 16h 35min. Swiss Air offer routes with stopovers of either 1h 45min or 15h 20min at Zurich Airport (ZRH) and total journey times between 14h and 30h. Lufthansa also offer routes with one transfer of around 3h at Frankfurt Airport, with a total travel duration of around 15h. The most expensive fares are offered by Turkish and United Airlines with one stopover in either Istanbul for 1h or Frankfurt for 2h 15min. Total journey durations are around 18h and 15h respectively.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to Manchester?
Citizens from the United States travelling to Manchester from San Francisco do not require a visa to enter the United Kingdom for tourist or business stays of up to six months. Your US passport must be valid for the entire stay. It is recommended to carry proofs of your return journey and means of financial sustenance and accommodation for the duration of your stay.
How long is the flight from Manchester to San Francisco?
Scandinavian Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Manchester to San Francisco in just under 15h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 15m. The distance from Manchester to San Francisco is about 5204 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to San Francisco round-trip?
TAP AIR PORTUGAL, at £369, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manchester to San Francisco.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Scandinavian Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to San Francisco one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to San Francisco are Scandinavian Airlines (£195), British Airways (£379), and Aer Lingus (£415).
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to San Francisco?
Of the flights from Manchester to San Francisco that have stopovers, most of them stop in London. Dublin follows London in terms of the most common stopover location on Manchester to San Francisco flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?
If you're on a stopover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, or London Bridge. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and London Bridge, by traveling 12.5 mi, 16.5 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about £21 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dublin?
If you're on a stopover in Dublin and looking for things to do, consider visiting 3Olympia Theatre, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, or Dublin Castle. 3Olympia Theatre, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, and Dublin Castle can be accessed by travelling approximately 5.7 mi, 5.7 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Dublin. Travellers can rent a car at Dublin for an average daily rate of £16 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to San Francisco flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Manchester to San Francisco is Copenhagen. Copenhagen is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Manchester to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manchester to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to San Francisco (average of £411). Flying from Manchester to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £534). 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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