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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Francisco.R 5,813 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Manchester on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,813, select.
San Francisco.R 5,910 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Manchester on Mon, 4 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,910, select.
San Francisco.R 6,139 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,139, select.
San Francisco.R 6,302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,302, select.
San Francisco.R 6,520 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,520, select.
San Francisco.R 6,562 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,562, select.
San Francisco.R 6,604 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,604, select.
San Francisco.R 6,643 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,643, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in April.
Sep
from R 8,083
Oct
from R 6,643
Nov
from R 6,693
Dec
from R 6,139
Jan
from R 6,604
Feb
from R 6,520
Mar
from R 6,562
Apr
from R 5,813
May
from R 5,910
Jun
from R 6,302
Jul
from R 10,127
Aug
from R 9,350

Manchester to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Manchester to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,813
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to San Francisco International is R 9,043. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,043.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Manchester to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to San Francisco International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 20 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind Manchester.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and SFO:

    • Dublin Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Currently, R 5,813 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,043. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to SFO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAN to SFO.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • 59.39% of flights that leave from Manchester Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAN:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are key reasons to visit.

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