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Cheap flights from Manchester to California from £257

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — LAX
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to California flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£450

One-way from

£257

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£523
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 50m total
  • Manchester to California
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11/5
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 05m total
  • Manchester to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 4/307:40MAN - LAX
1 stop18h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 11/311:35LAX - MAN
2 stops16h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/2£443
Fri 7/321:35MAN - LAX
2 stops26h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 23/318:40LAX - MAN
1 stop16h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/2£447
Fri 2/512:35MAN - LAX
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/519:55LAX - MAN
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£459
Sun 9/319:15MAN - SFO
1 stop28h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 24/318:30SFO - MAN
1 stop32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/2£466
Mon 3/305:55MAN - LAX
1 stop13h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 17/319:30LAX - MAN
1 stop13h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2£471
Wed 26/206:10MAN - SFO
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 5/320:40SFO - MAN
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/2£471
Wed 12/306:00MAN - LAX
2 stops21h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/311:53LAX - MAN
2 stops19h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2£485
Tue 25/207:40MAN - LAX
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/321:35LAX - MAN
1 stop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/2£493
Wed 5/318:45MAN - LAX
1 stop29h 45mSWISS
Tue 25/320:10LAX - MAN
1 stop14h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/2£497
Sat 8/308:50MAN - ONT
2 stops21h 41mBritish Airways
Thu 27/307:00ONT - MAN
2 stops19h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£500
Sat 22/307:15MAN - LAX
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Sat 29/323:05LAX - MAN
2 stops34h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£500
Sat 8/310:05MAN - ONT
2 stops21h 21mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 27/307:00ONT - MAN
1 stop17h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2£501

Find flights from Manchester to California within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to California 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Manchester

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Fri 2/5

12:35-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

20:05-22:45

1 stop18h 40m

£459

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Fri 2/5

12:35-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

19:55-22:45

2 stops18h 50m

£459

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN - SFO

MANSFO

Manchester

Sun 9/3

19:15-16:40

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 24/3

18:30-09:30

1 stop32h 00m

£466

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Mon 3/3

05:55-11:45

1 stop13h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 17/3

19:30-15:55

1 stop13h 25m

£471

ManchesterSan Francisco

MAN - SFO

MANSFO

Manchester

Wed 5/3

07:50-18:45

1 stop18h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

21:40-20:50

1 stop16h 10m

£471

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Tue 11/3

10:10-19:00

1 stop15h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 27/3

21:05-18:35

1 stop14h 30m

£478

ManchesterSanta Ana

MAN - SNA

MANSNA

Manchester

Thu 6/3

07:45-18:04

2 stops18h 19m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/3

13:34-16:25

2 stops19h 51m

£483

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Wed 12/3

06:00-20:20

2 stops21h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 19/3

11:53-14:50

2 stops19h 57m

£485

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Wed 5/3

07:50-14:45

1 stop14h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

21:55-19:40

1 stop14h 45m

£494

ManchesterLos Angeles

MAN - LAX

MANLAX

Manchester

Sat 22/3

07:15-16:15

1 stop16h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 29/3

23:05-17:25

2 stops34h 20m

£500

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to California

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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Manchester to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to California (average of £575). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 MAN to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Manchester to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air Transat from Manchester to California to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air Transat
7.8
Good
380 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
771 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,217 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to California?

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Manchester to California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to California one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to California are Aer Lingus (£435), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£493), and Vueling (£597).

  • What are the most popular routes from Manchester to California?

    Most travelers choose Manchester - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Manchester - Los Angeles or Manchester - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Manchester to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to California 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 Manchester to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to California (average of £575). Flying from Manchester to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 Manchester to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to California. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest£277Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£382Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£390Average£530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£424Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£441Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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IberiaCheapest£455Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£469Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£477Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£486Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£488Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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