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£248 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Manchester

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Manchester departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Manchester, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Manchester, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£524
Typical prices: £789-£513
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/11Thu 12/11
SFO - MAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£248
Typical prices: £211-£369
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Wed 9/9
SFO - MAN • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from £524 (return)
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Manchester. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £653 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 09m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% 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 return 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 return flight deals from San Francisco to Manchester

Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 12:15
SFO
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MAN
35h 30m
2 stops
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10:25 - 14:50
MAN
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SFO
36h 25m
2 stops
£524Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
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17:40 - 22:00
SFO
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MAN
20h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 12:20
MAN
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SFO
36h 50m
2 stops
£572Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 12:05
SFO
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MAN
35h 20m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:20 - 14:40
MAN
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SFO
36h 20m
2 stops
£577Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:35 - 22:20
SFO
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MAN
20h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 12:20
MAN
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SFO
36h 50m
2 stops
£578Multiple Airlines
Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 17:25
SFO
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MAN
15h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 12:20
MAN
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SFO
36h 50m
2 stops
£580Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 00:25
SFO
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MAN
23h 40m
2 stops
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11:00 - 14:40
MAN
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SFO
35h 40m
2 stops
£581Multiple Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:40 - 00:50
SFO
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MAN
23h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 12:20
MAN
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SFO
36h 50m
2 stops
£581Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 3 Mar
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:45 - 18:35
SFO
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MAN
17h 50m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
19:15 - 14:50
MAN
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SFO
27h 35m
1 stop
£583Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:00
SFO
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MAN
32h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:25 - 16:40
MAN
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SFO
39h 15m
3 stops
£589Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
16:45 - 20:30
SFO
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MAN
19h 45m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
21:10 - 14:40
MAN
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SFO
25h 30m
2 stops
£604Scandinavian Airlines
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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 return flight from San Francisco to Manchester?

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

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 £579 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £995 and £911 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 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Manchester

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£248
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
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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.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Manchester was £248 for a one-way ticket and £524 for a return.

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

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Manchester, also known as 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?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Manchester.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Manchester, Aer Lingus or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Manchester are Aer Lingus and British Airways. With an average price for the route of £697 and an overall rating of 7.3, Aer Lingus is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £748 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • 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 return ticket. You could then fly to Manchester with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • 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.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from San Francisco to Manchester

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Manchester. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Manchester? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Aer LingusOverall score based on 1598 reviews
6.7Food
8.1Crew
7.2Comfort
7.0Entertainment
7.4Boarding
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We were an hour and a half late, which caused my rental car company to cancel my reservation. We had no car, had to take a taxi to our hotel, and then a taxi back to get a new car the next day. Sometimes lack of on-time performance can end up costing the passenger a lot of money, none of which is covered by the airline that operated the late flight.

6.0 GoodThomas, Jun 2026
IND - DUB
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We were an hour and a half late, which caused my rental car company to cancel my reservation. We had no car, had to take a taxi to our hotel, and then a taxi back to get a new car the next day. Sometimes lack of on-time performance can end up costing the passenger a lot of money, none of which is covered by the airline that operated the late flight.

Overall good experience. But seats were small and uncomfortable for the price. Good entertainment, staff friendly and attentive.

Smooth quiet flight take off and landing both excellent. Food was mediocre. Boarding at gate was disorganized and unacceptable.

Very good trip. Nice clean aircraft. Helpful and friendly crew.

Crew members Grainne and Karen were extremely rude and unprofessional

I am very disappointed in that KAYAK sold me this flight as a business class it was not a business class. It was a regular economy class ticket. This was not Art Linus mistake. It was kayaks.

Crew was friendly and seats were comfortable. The connection however there were no free snacks or drinks.

Our flight from Dublin to Coruna did not exist any more. Apparently it was cancelled in February and I was not advised, nor was I offered any flights for rebooking. Happily Aer Lingus found another flight to another city in Spain that was 500 miles from Coruna; I had to pay for a hotel overnight and a revise my rental car that incurred additional costs, and I did not get to Coruna for another 24 hours. I was not at all impressed with Kayak or Chatdeal or Hertz.

OK overall. Flight was delayed Crew on flight was good

Late late late. Delayed and arrived an hour late for a 1 hour 45 minute connection. Every time. Poor record for this company. I try to fly any other carrier first.

The plane was a long way from departure lounge. The plane looked tired but got us there.

Canceled flight late London to Florence. Help at airport very poor. Treated poorly. Had to sleep in the airport. Lost bags- still do not have them. Horrible. I should be reimbursed!

No problems except for a completely full flight. But we were add one because of a previous delayed flight.

Boarding was orderly, pilot and flight attendants were nice, entertainment options were good, and low sodium meals were quite tasty.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

Wish the food and overall service was better. They treat Business class passengers same as economy

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

The issue was not with BA it was with the link yoiu sent fopr booking the flight

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

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