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Cheap flight deals 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.
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7:20 pm - 7:20 pmSFO-MAN
16h 00m1 stop
7:40 pm - 1:15 pmMAN-SFO
25h 35m1 stop
$777British Airways
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Mon, Aug 5 - Mon, Sep 2
1:19 pm - 3:15 pmSFO-MAN
17h 56m2 stops
8:00 am - 5:25 pmMAN-SFO
17h 25m1 stop
$782American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 28
1:02 pm - 3:15 pmSFO-MAN
18h 13m2 stops
9:20 am - 8:54 pmMAN-SFO
19h 34m2 stops
$791American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 28
2:41 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-MAN
24h 04m2 stops
8:00 pm - 1:50 pmMAN-SFO
25h 50m1 stop
Mon, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 31
5:40 pm - 12:30 pmSFO-MAN
34h 50m2 stops
1:10 pm - 3:50 pmMAN-SFO
34h 40m2 stops
$1,206Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, Jun 17 - Mon, Sep 30
11:55 pm - 7:15 amSFO-MAN
23h 20m1 stop
1:45 pm - 1:19 amMAN-SFO
19h 34m1 stop
$1,279Delta
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Fri, Jul 19 - Sun, Aug 4
10:00 am - 11:50 amSFO-MAN
17h 50m2 stops
11:40 am - 8:42 pmMAN-SFO
17h 02m1 stop
$1,297Delta
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Fri, Jul 19 - Sun, Aug 4
6:30 am - 10:10 amSFO-MAN
19h 40m1 stop
11:50 am - 11:21 pmMAN-SFO
19h 31m1 stop
$1,351Air Canada
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Fri, Jul 5 - Mon, Jul 22
12:12 am - 10:10 amSFO-MAN
25h 58m2 stops
11:50 am - 11:21 pmMAN-SFO
19h 31m1 stop
$1,357Air Canada
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Sun, Jul 14 - Mon, Jul 22
6:05 am - 6:55 amSFO-MAN
16h 50m2 stops
1:45 pm - 1:32 amMAN-SFO
19h 47m1 stop
$1,493Virgin Atlantic
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Fri, Jun 28 - Fri, Jul 5

Flights from San Francisco to Manchester - Travel Insights & Trends

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.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Manchester?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Manchester clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For San Francisco to Manchester, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Manchester back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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 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 February, where tickets cost $704 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,401 and $1,316 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for 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 month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Manchester, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 60 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Manchester?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Francisco to Manchester found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $777 on British Airways, followed by American Airlines ($782). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $514 on Iberia and from $522 on British Airways.

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January

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July

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$403
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 36% 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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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 $403 for a one-way ticket and $777 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?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam 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, Delta or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Manchester are Delta and SWISS. With an average price for the route of $1,141 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $913 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • 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 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.

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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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Top 5 airlines serving 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.
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7.6
Virgin AtlanticOverall score based on 719 reviews
8.3Crew
7.8Boarding
7.7Entertainment
7.4Comfort
7.1Food
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Cabin crew on our flight showed lack of any customer service gruff and acting annoyed if you asked anything and I mean anything Example a man on the seat over dropped his beer on my husbands blanket We asked if we could switch out blankets cabin crew Said. No we don’t have any extras OK well can you take the wet one Cabin crew looked disgusted and annoyed Took it no OK or yes just a growl

6.0 GoodSonia, Apr 2024LAX - LHR
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Cabin crew on our flight showed lack of any customer service gruff and acting annoyed if you asked anything and I mean anything Example a man on the seat over dropped his beer on my husbands blanket We asked if we could switch out blankets cabin crew Said. No we don’t have any extras OK well can you take the wet one Cabin crew looked disgusted and annoyed Took it no OK or yes just a growl

Quick flight. But cabin crew were very noisy and talking too much, especially when we were seated at the back of the plane trying to sleep through the night .

My ticket was for Premium Economy and all the seats were taken, I was placed in Economy class and I’m looking for a refund.

Unfortunately delayed 2 hrs due to faulty tyre.. which had to be changed, but better safe than sorry.

The delay was an issue. Other than that. Every thing good

Hi vergin Atlantic service was good but the flight ticket agent travel up charge me extra 57 pounds as a airport charges, actually I refuse to pay but they say if I not pay £57 then they say you will not be able to travel from Heathrow to goa ,so for me there was no option and it was just 3 day before my departure so i paid, so please look in to the matter. And I have a receipt of £ 57 as well .thanks

Staff didn’t check cabin well for landing seemed more interested in chatting to each other. Food was poor and differed from pre order.

We were in the last group to be called to the flight - which was 30 minutes late taking off. While we were lucky enough to have been given bulkhead seats (due to a medical condition I’d told them about beforehand) the seats weren’t particularly comfortable. A crying baby for the whole trip made things worse, so the crew managed very well with coping. The final thing I’d say was that there wasn’t enough food served during the flight.

Very good. Glad we had Premium for the flight out.

We flew Upper Class from London to The Turks and Caicos. Check in was amazing. Our ldriver too us directly to a special entrance to terminal 3. It took 10 minutes to check in and clear customs. Amazing! The VA lounge is large and comfortable. Boarding the flight was easy and without a wait. The crew was excellent. But the seats were awful, strange and uncomfortable. Having a comfortable flat bed seat is the reason we pays 1000s extra. The VA 787 uses a reverse herringbone configuration. Look it up. You have your back to the window and are facing the aisle with no privacy. Turning the seat into a bed requires assistance from the crew so not very spontaneous. . The food was ok. A bit tasteless and meager portions. Had to pay for WiFi. I believe VA has other configuration on their dream airbus flights. Lots of stuff about all this on YouTube where you can see what I have been describing. I can not recommend taking VA on a long flight with these seats.

SAS is the representation of the Scandinavian minimalism, which I like. I wished they had a more relaxed policy on free water distribution beyond one bottle (500 ml) per person and two drinks, including water, per overseas flight.

Much better, not their fault but my plane was so delayed causing me to have to take this airline rather than my earlier connecting flight

TERRIBLE! Staff was unfriendly, rude, and demeaning. One flight attendant touched me to grab the complimentary blanket off my neck because I couldn't take it home, while a bunch of other people took theirs home. I have never been so ill treated. I am not happy at all. And flight was delayed, no information until short notice for everything. Lost an entire day at my destination. I expect a full refund for that experience. Never will fly with them EVER again

My return flight has been changed to JFK from EWR without any notice or reason

The flight was on time and loading was fine. I really disliked that all drinks other than coffee or tea had a cost. Deplaning was also an issue as people did not wait for those in front of them to get out before they pushed forward

Flight was delayed 3 hours. Pilot cancelled flight under 4 people volunteered to change their seats to economy from business class.

I couldn’t make it to the airport for my original flight due to bad weather; roads were shut down, buses and trains were closed. Since the plane wasn’t cancelled, I still had to pay $720 to change my ticket.

Overall, this flight team did a fantastic job. They came often with the water, coffee and tea. There was no meal choice in coach, but the lasagna lunch was decent. The sandwich snack just before landing was tasty. The baggage bins were large, so no trouble holding carry on luggage.

My seat was not the one I paid for, the crew was very curt, and the cabin was extremely warm.

Old plane with terrible business class seats - good food and service. Boarding was a joke with business class boarding last.

So uncomfortable to sit in the tiny space on a long, international. Food was rough. Please, less white flour and processed food.

Our flight was delayed 2.5 hrs due to plane being too hot! After 1.5 hrs, airline decided to use another plane but had to wait for gate, baggage transfer & beverage transfer. Anyone could tell after first half hour that another plane was required and although did not affect us many would miss connecting flights at Heathrow. I have found the stewards are not the friendliest in the industry and the food is questionable, even as I like airplane food normally, the best of the 2 flights was the yogurt & granola for breakfast.

Terrible boarding , Business class seats are sub standard. As usual crew will miss your food too

Just get Economy Plus for international flights, so worth it the extra room, bigger seats…

The return trip was a customer service disaster. American Airlines needs an overhaul of how they treat their customers.

Was flying in premium eco and there were around 5-6 movies I wanted to watch and none of those could I play for some reasons. Not just me we checked w the person sitting next to me. Few of the movies were only playable :( Also that was not great that we couldn't upgrade to business however tried to, many times before the flight :(

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

You cancelled my flight by email then made it very difficult to get in contact with you. Then put me in a flight with a long layover in Mexico returning to the wrong airport in uk. Mind blowing my stressful. I missed see my grand dad because of you.

This was not the BA business class it used to be. Mediocre food, attendants seemed stretched thin. All the little luxuries that used to make BA business fun were missing. Flight delayed and the explanation given was they forgot to pick up crew - I hope I misheard! Transfer in LHR “sticky” - we thought we had way too much time at 3hours but it was needed. Next time will try different route.

Always getting updates by email very easy to check in on line. There was plenty of checking in staff to get you all through. It was nice that the flight attendants took time to talk to you and were interested in your holiday.

I fly to the USA every 6wks on Ave and 99% of the time I fly Aer Lingus. If I fly BA I’m always disappointed. My only criticism is the food. I’m vegan and over the last year it’s got slightly better these last couple of flights but on the whole it’s not good! Salad and fruit salad for breakfast and that’s also the starter and desert for the lunch/dinner and the main is usually rice with fried veg 😳the pasta is pretty good though. That’s been the last 2 meals…. Everything else is fantastic.

The flight was half full and I presume that the next few days are even less busy not sure why they are still charging a premium to change a flight.

Are Longus was fine. I booked thru Kayak and was unable to get my business class seat early. Sat next to galley. Crew forgot to wake me for breakfast.

I loved how they arrange boarding (starting with people seated in back and moving to the front). Flight crew was very polite and welcoming. Seating was ok, I felt like there was enough leg space however it is noticeable when the passenger in front of you sets their seat back.

Short flight so not much to rate. Surprised I had to pay for a soda.

Nice to be on a flight that wasn't fully booked so there were only two of us in the three seat row.

The only problem was there are games on the entertaiment system. The guy behind me played poker the entire time and poking the back of my seat. I hope they remove these.

Very good need to offer better choice of food for business

Great travel. Wonderful experience. Hope to do it again in the near future. God willing

Aer Lingus doesn't have plug ins for devices at each seat. They also did not give me a dairy free meal as requested and confirmed by staff. It was as if I had not requested anything. Otherwise, they were great!

The flight as far as timings go was excellent. Unfortunately we ended up sat with someone on a night flight who had been drinking alcohol before boarding and BA staff were happily serving him more alcohol. He was very drunk which made our flight uncomfortable and awkward. My partner had this person lying on him whilst asleep. Alcohol should be served minimally. If there had been an emergency this person would not have been in a fit state to act accordingly.

First time flying with BA and I will do it again. Staff at airport and on board were very nice and helpful

Wonderful service and very comfy in the bulkhead in Economy Plus! Delicious food.

The BA team at Sky Harbor is deplorable, full of unnecessary attitude and poor communication. It seems like every member of the team was looking at another to solve the problem, instead of taking agency to do so themselves. I saw no less than 6 altercations with the same gate agent where he threatened to revoke the passengers boarding pass for asking a wildly reasonable question, something as simple as where the cue to board was. I’ve complained to BA before but it seems this isn’t an issue for them, which is very disappointing

Boarding poor in London,ok in Chicago. Don’t like Heatrow/terminal5

It was very good. We got a late start by about an hour and a half. However I worked rather have that than crash. It was purely mechanical. They had our tickets ready when we came off the plane in London for the next leg. The only mishap was when we got to Lisbon my husbands luggage made or bit mine didn't. All was not lost because I did finally get it 2 days later. I was really pleased that they c made the effort.

Liked that my American Airlines status seamlessly transferred to BA so luggage check was free. Flights were on time, boarding quick. Wish they didn’t assign connecting gate so late at Heathrow.

The entire process was flawless and as expected flying first class. The only thing that I have a complaint on...when first boarding, the plane was EXTREMELY cold; then when we were trying to sleep, it was way too hot - just better regulating (especially trying to sleep) would have made it perfect.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working.

- OK plane. Basic accommodations. OK food. The digital window shade wasn't working. - Expect to be woken up more than an hour before landing when they start dinging the bell and making announcements and turning on all cabin lights to serve a snack. I would prefer they remain quiet and only serve people who want to wake up.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Manchester found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/23Fri
2 stops
45h 05mSFO-MAN
$403
8/24Sat
2 stops
47h 59mSFO-MAN
$404
7/23Tue
3 stops
26h 16mSFO-MAN
$406
6/16Sun
3 stops
43h 38mSFO-MAN
$415
9/28Sat
1 stopBritish Airways
24h 29mSFO-MAN
$522
9/28Sat
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
21h 17mSFO-MAN
$629
7/24Wed
1 stopAer Lingus
18h 40mSFO-MAN
$645
8/17Sat
2 stopsAer Lingus
23h 00mSFO-MAN
$656
7/24Wed
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
24h 46mSFO-MAN
$848
6/13Thu
1 stopSWISS
19h 40mSFO-MAN
$1,406

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Manchester that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/3Mon
multi-stop
34h 10mSFO-MAN
7/15Mon
multi-stop
24h 35mMAN-SFO
$1,012
6/3Mon
multi-stop
34h 10mSFO-MAN
7/15Mon
multi-stop
24h 35mMAN-SFO
$1,015
6/3Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
16h 29mSFO-MAN
7/5Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
18h 41mMAN-SFO
$1,229
6/2Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
23h 10mSFO-MAN
6/10Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
21h 56mMAN-SFO
$1,388
6/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
15h 40mSFO-MAN
7/17Wed
multi-stopDelta
14h 50mMAN-SFO
$1,406
6/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
15h 40mSFO-MAN
7/17Wed
multi-stopDelta
19h 53mMAN-SFO
$1,415
6/2Sun
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
34h 50mSFO-MAN
7/20Sat
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
26h 40mMAN-SFO
$1,682
5/31Fri
multi-stopBritish Airways
13h 50mSFO-MAN
7/13Sat
multi-stopBritish Airways
25h 02mMAN-SFO
$1,684
6/4Tue
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
32h 00mSFO-MAN
7/20Sat
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
26h 40mMAN-SFO
$1,686
6/3Mon
multi-stopBritish Airways
17h 25mSFO-MAN
7/16Tue
multi-stopBritish Airways
23h 40mMAN-SFO
$1,787

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