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$239+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Manchester (MAN)

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAN
oct. 19 — oct. 261
dom. 10/19
dom. 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 Saturday

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 septiembre 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$470
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$239
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$832
From San Francisco to Manchester
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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 septiembre 19, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/77:10 pmSFO - MAN
1 stop31h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
jue. 11/205:10 pmMAN - SFO
1 stop30h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/16$470
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/234:20 pmSFO - MAN
1 stop33h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
jue. 11/65:10 pmMAN - SFO
1 stop30h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/17$474
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/237:40 pmSFO - MAN
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/68:10 pmMAN - SFO
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$564
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/198:25 amSFO - MAN
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/247:15 pmMAN - SFO
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/173:30 pmSFO - MAN
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/237:15 amMAN - SFO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$586
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/177:00 amSFO - MAN
2 stops18h 30mScandinavian Airlines
dom. 11/239:20 amMAN - SFO
2 stops37h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/18$590
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/237:40 pmSFO - MAN
1 stop14h 50mScandinavian Airlines
jue. 11/612:55 pmMAN - SFO
2 stops33h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/17$603
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/74:40 pmSFO - MAN
2 stops32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
jue. 11/2010:10 amMAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$615

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Manchester that are best for you.

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Manchester

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

sáb. 1/17

4:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Manchester

dom. 2/1

6:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$468

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

jue. 10/23

7:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Manchester

jue. 11/6

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$564

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

mié. 1/21

7:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

Manchester

dom. 1/25

7:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$598

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

sáb. 1/17

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

dom. 2/1

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$600

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

lun. 11/17

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

dom. 11/23

10:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$606

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

vie. 11/7

4:40 pm-8:40 am

2 stops32h 00m

Manchester

jue. 11/20

10:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$615

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

jue. 10/16

8:30 am-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Manchester

jue. 10/23

12:35 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$632

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

mié. 10/1

3:15 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Manchester

mar. 10/14

4:05 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$635

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

dom. 10/12

7:40 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Manchester

sáb. 10/25

7:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$656

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

mié. 11/19

5:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Manchester

mar. 11/25

10:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$661

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Manchester

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Manchester from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manchester. Price data was last updated on September 12, 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 $645). Flying from San Francisco to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,010). 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 septiembre 19, 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 in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Manchester?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Manchester. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Manchester flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 septiembre 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,281 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,373 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Manchester in 16h 40m. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL or Scandinavian Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5204 mi between San Francisco and Manchester. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Manchester round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $562, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Manchester.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Scandinavian Airlines and SWISS. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Manchester?

    San Francisco to Manchester flights have a layover in Dublin most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dublin?

    Dublin travelers tend to visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, and Merrion Square more than anywhere else. St. Patrick's Cathedral, Glasnevin Cemetery, and Merrion Square are located about 6.1 mi, 3.9 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Dublin. Those landing in Dublin looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $20 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Manchester flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Manchester is London.

  • 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 vacation 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 $645). Flying from San Francisco to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,010). 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 San Francisco to Manchester

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$562Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$594Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$606Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$616Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$629Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$633Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$635Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$637Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$671Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$695Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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