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£571 Find Cheap Flights from Manchester to San Diego

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Cheap Flight Deals from Manchester to San Diego (MAN-SAN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to San Diego

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Manchester to San Diego.
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United Airlines Logo
06:05 - 19:45MAN-SAN
21h 40m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
08:10 - 09:55SAN-MAN
17h 45m2 stops
£571United Airlines
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Wed, 7 May - Wed, 14 May
British Airways Logo
07:55 - 14:50MAN-SAN
14h 55m1 stop
British Airways Logo
16:43 - 19:05SAN-MAN
18h 22m2 stops
£577British Airways
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
British Airways Logo
07:55 - 19:16MAN-SAN
19h 21m2 stops
British Airways Logo
16:31 - 19:05SAN-MAN
18h 34m2 stops
£582British Airways
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
Delta Logo
13:45 - 12:00MAN-SAN
30h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
07:20 - 10:20SAN-MAN
19h 00m2 stops
£597Delta
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 21 May
KLM Logo
05:55 - 12:00MAN-SAN
14h 05m1 stop
KLM Logo
13:55 - 08:20SAN-MAN
34h 25m1 stop
£599KLM
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 20 May
Delta Logo
11:55 - 23:11MAN-SAN
19h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
07:20 - 10:20SAN-MAN
19h 00m2 stops
£601Delta
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 21 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
14:15 - 00:12MAN-SAN
17h 57m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
13:55 - 20:05SAN-MAN
22h 10m1 stop
£604Virgin Atlantic
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
Virgin Atlantic Logo
08:55 - 20:54MAN-SAN
19h 59m2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
08:00 - 08:35SAN-MAN
16h 35m1 stop
£634Virgin Atlantic
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Sat, 5 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 17:14MAN-SAN
19h 09m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
16:10 - 10:25SAN-MAN
34h 15m3 stops
£740Lufthansa
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Thu, 5 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 22:44MAN-SAN
24h 39m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
16:00 - 10:50SAN-MAN
58h 50m2 stops
£829Lufthansa
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Sat, 5 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul

KAYAK's insights & trends for Manchester to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to San Diego 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 Manchester to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Manchester to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Diego on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Manchester, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to San Diego, 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 Manchester to San Diego is February, where tickets cost £552 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,005 and £874 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to San Diego, 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 Manchester to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to San Diego

Low season

January

High season

September

Cheapest flight

£571
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flight from Manchester to San Diego

When to book flights from Manchester to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Manchester to San Diego

  • Which airports provide stopover options for flights from Manchester to San Diego?

    You can find various flights that include stopovers, and the major European airports that provide stopovers include London Heathrow Airport (LHR), Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF), Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Frankfurt Am Main Airport (FRA), Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Stateside, you can stop over at Atlanta Airport (ATL), Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), Houston Airport (IAH) and New York JFK Airport (JFK) amongst others.

  • Which flights can help cut my carbon emissions from Manchester to San Diego?

    If you want to reduce your carbon emissions when flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) you can find flights with Delta Airlines that will significantly reduce your CO2 emissions by 49%. This route includes two stopovers at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP).

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest Business Class services from Manchester to San Diego?

    When travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) you can book a Business Class ticket for a cheaper price than you might expect with Icelandair, which includes two stopovers in Reykjavik, Seattle, or Portland. The Saga Premium Class service includes priority boarding, extra legroom and a second checked bag.

  • Which flights from Manchester to San Diego have the shortest stopovers?

    For the shortest stopovers between Manchester and San Diego, check out flights with Iberia, British Airways, American Airlines and Finnair. All of these airlines operate a service with a short turnaround at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), with various stopover times under 3 hours.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to San Diego was £759 for a return ticket.

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

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

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

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

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to San Diego from Manchester?

    London is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to San Diego.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to San Diego, KLM or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to San Diego are KLM and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of £622 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £642 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Manchester to San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Manchester 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 Manchester to San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

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

    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 San Diego from Manchester 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 Manchester to San Diego

  • If you’re looking to improve your flight experience and upgrade your Economy Class ticket, it’s worth checking out Delta Airlines’ Premium Economy service. The Refundable Premium offers passengers various perks such as priority check-in and boarding, ticket changes, a refundable ticket, and two checked bags.
  • If you want to arrange special mobility assistance for help at the airport, as well as getting on the plane and when you arrive in San Diego, your airline can make all the necessary arrangements. Just make sure to contact them at least 48 hours prior to your flight so they can book everything you need.
  • If you’re looking for airlines that can help with pet transport for your flight from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) check out flights with British Airways. Their pet travel service is outstanding and guarantees the compassionate care you and your pet deserve. Service dogs and emotional support pets are allowed to travel in the cabin, provided you present the necessary certificates.
  • By choosing Icelandair and opting for Economy Flex when making your flight reservations, you can take advantage of additional perks. These include a checked bag allowance of 22 kg, hand luggage of up to 10 kg, the ability to select your seat, complimentary flight change, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages during the flight, the option for a refund of the airfare if needed, and the accumulation of extra Saga Points.
  • Opting for a San Diego airport taxi or private transfer for your journey from the airport to downtown offers the simplest and most comfortable travel option. These services are not only accessible round the clock but also provide convenient door-to-door transportation. However, if you prefer a more economical alternative, you can consider utilising the airport bus number 992.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Manchester to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to San Diego. 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 Manchester to San Diego? 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.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1333 reviews
8.4Crew
7.7Comfort
7.8Boarding
7.2Food
7.1Entertainment
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I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

8.0 ExcellentShereen, Apr 2025AMS - YUL
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I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

They only had vegetarian food left on the flight which I wasn’t happy about. I didn’t get any food to eat at all.

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever and no wifi. Prepare to disembark by a staircase.

Boarding uncomfortable. Stewardess said I would have to check my carry on as there was no room in the overhead bins. Another passenger helped me find a spot.

Any flight that lands safely is a good flight. However our leg from Helsinki was delayed 1 hour with no explanation. The delay would not allow us to make our connection to Cincinnati. I was informed by American Airlines that our Cincinnati flight was rescheduled for the following day. I immediately made a non refundable hotel reservation in Dallas. Upon exiting the plane at Dallas I was given a hotel voucher. Nice, but I can't get a refund on the hotel I booked. A little communication would have been helpful. Food on Finnair is below quality of Korean Air.

The cabin crew really looked like they wanted to be somewhere else. They weren't really interested in providing an attentive service to full fare paying passengers at all. However the Captiain's in flight announcements were relaxed and very entertaining.

Crew were professional and responsive. Food was mediocre and breakfast could do with revampinmg

Food was very ordinary for premium economy, very small portions.

i dont know WHY they call it business class. the seats are NOT significantly wider than economy seats, they just do not let the middle seats be beepked to give the illusion of more space between passengers. the seats do NOT recline any more than economy seats either. the only real difference is the full meal served to business (vs none for economy). I would rather have a wider, lie flat ACTUAL business class seat with no food for a 3 hr flight. this was pretty disappointing to say the least.

There wore nice leather like sits, in my opinion seats lay out bit tight . Crew was great they did averything possible to make averywone comfortable as possible, food was, think worst I ever head on flight, head chicken and yellow rice. Ice cream was a nic treat.

Our previous flight was delayed but they waited for us to board.

Flight was delayed, short time connection to next flight but we make it, service was good, worth to fly just to try thair on board blueberry juce. Eccelent communication with airline.

My American Airlines flight was deleted and you guys never let me know

I did not fly by vergin atlantic from bangalore to vasco da gama

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Miami airport needs more thorough signage. It was a long walk from my transport point to the check in desk,

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

We had an unfortunate experience where we had to leave the aircraft after boarding, shortly before the scheduled takeoff time, and re-board. The reason given was that a passenger felt ill and had to cancel their plans and therefor their luggage had to be found and removed.

We’ve used VA before many times the experience is always been good they have lovely staff and the food is always delicious.

Everything about the flight was amazing from check in to boarding entertainment was okay food we didn’t try.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

The plane was very clean. The bathroom was clean as well. The land crew were very polite and informative and helpful. They informed me that there is a long way and challenging to go from international terminal to national terminal and in addition to getting my suitcases and going through customs and dropping them again for my second leg of trip which was San Francisco to Los Angeles . I have left knee issue and had a recent fall with aching muscles all over, the land crew suggested wheelchair help for me, God bless her. If I did not have help, I could not make it to my last terminal. Thank you UNITED AIRLINE!

I was very happy with everything, thank you for the smooth flight ✈️

helpful and friendly. The Lufthanza people I dealt with before my holiday were so unhelpful by comparison.

Entertainment system is old. Food can be tastier Need to provide toothbrush and toothpaste at least when asked.

When we went to the lounge they told us to go into the main lounge and not the full business class section, later they told me that Lufthansa wont pay the full fee to alloq the business class passengers entry to the nicer sectikn where all the other airlines nusiness class passengers go into. Very poor arrangement.

Terrible experience. Should be a short simple flight from San Francisco to Palm Springs. Disgusting insult that United Air doesn’t have a cabin crew ready to receive a plane that’s already an hour plus late in departure. Lots of misinformation along the way from cockpit and crew. Definitely unimpressed with both union and management.

Not what I expected for the last leg of a $5100 business class experience. Boarding was a nightmare. The flight was delayed and I had to keep checking my email to ensure I was at the right gate since the airline or the terminal had no clue until 15 mins prior to boarding. Food was gross, limited drink options.

Flights scheduled with impossible connections - Lufthansa apparently believes it takes 7mins to change terminals, go through passport control, re-clear security and walk 1.8kms…..and everything will work perfectly (which it never does at Frankfurt). No staff on hand to assist with transfers on delayed flights. No transfer guidance provided by app. No compensation offered for 6hr delay to connecting flight.

This was the best carrier, comfort, service, good food, on time experience on a long haul flight. New, clean, quiet, smooth aircraft!!!

Flight Attendant Karen Lynn was an absolute delight. She assisted in every portion of the services provided throughout the flight, aided with any and all concerns expressed by passengers, and even helped comfort an upset child who was one of five of a traveling family. This quality of service is what keeps me coming back to American. Thank you!

The worst, flight cancelled because the aircraft was not full. Heathrow ground crew totally not helpful and arrogant. Lady proposed us flight with 40min layover instead of direct and said it is our problem of course she was unable to do anything as everything was beyond her control she claimed. after calling on hotline another flight was booked. Flight was cancelled last second so we could not take direct from Zurich but we had to stay overnight in London.

Food was terrible , crew were excellent , IFE was dire . Overall comfortable seat and cabin. Nothing special .

If my tv wasn’t broken and I wasn’t in a seat that didn’t allow for sleeping

Delayed flight due to lack of crew caused me to miss my connection

Please make sure the number of seats matches the number of overhead bins and passengers don't carry on more than one bag.

Seating is tight if you don’t upgrade. Food was decent. Boarding and unboarding was efficient. Smooth flight. Could make upgrades more affordable

American Airlines seemed to run a 'dry' flight. No alcohol was offered at any point with meals. Breakfast was a bit tasteless. The 'hot pocket' whatever that is, was horrid breadish pastry with very little filling. Decaf coffee was horrid. Seats didn't seem as wide or spacious as usual, especually for a ten hour flight.

The worst travel experience of my life. Boarding chaos, delays and disorganisation at every stage. The worst of many was sitting in freezing temperatures for 10 hours whilst asking all cabin crew to turn the heat up to no avail.

They did not provide free WiFi, It could be purchased for, I think, around $25, This seemed excessive.

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