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$231+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAN
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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 67 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$721
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$231
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$819
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 August 14, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 12/27:00 amSFO - MAN
2 stops18h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/1312:55 pmMAN - SFO
2 stops33h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$721
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:40 pmSFO - MAN
1 stop13h 55mAer Lingus
Wed 10/88:10 amMAN - SFO
1 stop15h 45mAer Lingus
Deal found 8/13$722
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 10/110:30 amSFO - MAN
2 stops24h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/810:10 amMAN - SFO
1 stop14h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$725
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 9/108:30 amSFO - MAN
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/238:50 amMAN - SFO
2 stops19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$730
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:40 pmSFO - MAN
2 stops59h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/510:10 amMAN - SFO
1 stop36h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$731
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:05 amSFO - MAN
2 stops18h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/118:25 pmMAN - SFO
2 stops28h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$732
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:40 pmSFO - MAN
1 stop14h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/199:50 amMAN - SFO
1 stop14h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/13$733
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:29 amSFO - MAN
1 stop17h 06mDelta
Wed 9/1011:55 amMAN - SFO
1 stop18h 43mDelta
Deal found 8/11$734
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:15 amSFO - MAN
1 stop18h 20mDelta
Tue 9/92:15 pmMAN - SFO
1 stop17h 34mDelta
Deal found 8/13$735
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:30 amSFO - MAN
2 stops17h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/258:55 amMAN - SFO
2 stops17h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$736
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/232:22 pmSFO - MAN
2 stops16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/78:10 amMAN - SFO
2 stops19h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$737

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Manchester that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

5:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Manchester

Wed 10/8

8:10 am-3:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$722

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

10:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Manchester

Wed 10/8

10:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$725

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

8:30 am-10:25 am

2 stops17h 55m

Manchester

Tue 9/23

8:50 am-7:51 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$730

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

7:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Manchester

Wed 10/8

8:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$730

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

10:15 am-9:55 pm

3 stops27h 40m

Manchester

Tue 10/21

3:25 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops31h 10m

$730

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

5:40 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops59h 35m

Manchester

Wed 11/5

10:10 am-2:35 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$731

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

7:05 am-9:30 am

2 stops18h 25m

Manchester

Thu 9/11

8:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$732

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

7:40 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Manchester

Sun 10/19

9:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$733

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

4:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Manchester

Tue 10/7

4:05 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$734

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

7:29 am-8:35 am

1 stop17h 06m

Manchester

Thu 9/11

12:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$734

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Manchester 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 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 $1,008). 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 August 14, 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manchester chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Manchester on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Manchester, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Lisbon (LIS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $571.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Manchester?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Manchester, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Manchester, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.

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 August 14, 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
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,468 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.1
Good
1,214 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,266 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

  • 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 British Airways. These flights start at 37% 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, Parnell Square, and Glasnevin Cemetery more than anywhere else. St. Patrick's Cathedral, Parnell Square, and Glasnevin Cemetery are located about 6.1 mi, 5.0 mi, and 3.9 mi, respectively from Dublin. Those landing in Dublin looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $31 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 $1,008). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$562Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$594Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$600Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$606Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$615Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$634Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$635Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$637Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$660Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$695Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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