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Cheapest round-trip
$770
Typical prices: $727-$908
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/15Mon 10/19
SFO - MAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$345
Typical prices: $403-$716
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/8
SFO - MAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Manchester. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $913 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 45m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Manchester (SFO-MAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manchester that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Manchester

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 11:45 amSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
59h 00m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 2:40 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
36h 20m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
$770Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:35 pm - 5:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
16h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
5:55 pm - 1:35 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
27h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$773TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 12
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4:30 pm - 10:10 amSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
33h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
10:55 am - 1:35 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
34h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$786TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:25 pm - 4:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
15h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
8:55 am - 6:45 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
17h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$800British Airways
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
31h 55m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 2:50 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
25h 55m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
$828Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15
British Airways Logo
8:35 pm - 8:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
15h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
9:40 am - 6:45 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
17h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
$832British Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:25 pm - 5:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
14h 30m1 stop Zurich
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9:05 am - 4:30 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
15h 25m1 stop Zurich
$923SWISS
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 24
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
19h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:30 am - 7:27 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
39h 57m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$952United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Jan 7
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2:00 pm - 8:40 amSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
34h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:20 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
17h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$975United Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 29
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 5:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-MAN Manchester
14h 20m1 stop Zurich
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9:00 am - 4:15 pmMAN  Manchester-SFO San Francisco
15h 15m1 stop Zurich
$980SWISS
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Manchester flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Manchester to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Manchester departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Manchester from San Francisco usually cost between $964 and $1,176 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $770 on Scandinavian Airlines (Oct 15-Oct 19).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manchester, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Manchester is April, where tickets cost $776 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,465 and $1,364 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Manchester, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Manchester, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$345
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 38% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Manchester

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Manchester based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Manchester

  • What services are offered for travelers with special needs?

    For passengers who need assistance getting around the airport, a complimentary wheelchair service is available. If you have any accessibility needs, SFO recommends that you make arrangements with your airline ahead of your trip.

  • How do I get to downtown Manchester from the Manchester Airport?

    There is no faster way to get to the city center than by taxi, and you can expect to pay around £16.60 ($20). If you're looking to get a taxi from Manchester Airport, you have a few options. You can book one in advance, or just hail one on the day. There are plenty of local taxi services that operate in the area.

  • Which is the quickest way to get from downtown San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit system (BART) is the best way to get to SFO from downtown San Francisco. It's quick, easy, and low cost. Plus, you avoid traffic and can be at the airport in approximately 30 minutes.

  • What is the best place to smoke at SFO?

    For the safety of all our passengers, smoking is not allowed in any public area of the airport. This rule applies to electronic cigarettes and vaping devices that emit scents. You are not allowed to smoke inside the terminals, but SFO has designated smoking areas outside. If you have a connecting flight, you will need to go outside the terminal to smoke, and then go through security again.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Manchester was $345 for a one-way ticket and $770 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Manchester?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Manchester?

    San Francisco and Manchester are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Manchester.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Manchester?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Manchester, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Manchester from San Francisco?

    Dublin is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Manchester.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Manchester, KLM or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Manchester are KLM and Delta. With an average price for the route of $696 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $938 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Manchester.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Manchester?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Manchester from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Manchester with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and MAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Manchester from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Manchester

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a host and a central hub for several airlines, including Turkish Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Icelandair, and TAP Air Portugal. This provides many flights, meaning there is a low probability you can miss a flight to any destination.
  • The SFO Kids’ Spot at the San Francisco International Airport is the perfect place for families traveling to Manchester to relax and let their kids have fun. The Exploratorium of San Francisco's weather-related exhibits and a crawling apparatus are featured in this interactive children's area. It is located on Terminal 3, Boarding Area F near Gate D1 to D18, post-security.
  • SFO is a pet-friendly airport, with animal relief areas thatprovide animals in transit with access to water and food bowls, as well as a designated area to relieve themselves. Animal relief areas are available 24 hours a day and are situated in fully fenced and landscaped areas that are accessible for the disabled.
  • If you're looking for a place to get a quick bite after your long flight from San Francisco, The Escape Lounge at Manchester Airport (MAN) is the perfect area. They have a great selection of food and drink options to choose from, so you're sure to find something to your liking. You'll find it at Terminal 2, past the security checkpoint on the airside. The Escape Lounge is the perfect place to relax before your flight. With comfortable sofas and free drinks and snacks, it's the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the airport.
  • Did you arrive in Manchester Airport (MAN) earlier than expected and need something to do before leaving for your accommodation? The Runway Visitor Park is the perfect place to see planes taking off or to take a tour of the facility.

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