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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$1,135 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Manchester on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,135, select.
San Diego.$1,137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Manchester on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,137, select.
San Diego.$1,138 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Aer Lingus and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Manchester on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,138, select.
San Diego.$1,159 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,159, select.
San Diego.$1,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Manchester on Tue, 5 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,166, select.
San Diego.$1,175 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Manchester on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,175, select.
San Diego.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Manchester on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.
San Diego.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Manchester on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,352
Aug
from $1,474
Sep
from $1,138
Oct
from $1,203
Nov
from $1,175
Dec
from $1,197
Jan
from $1,198
Feb
from $1,203
Mar
from $1,194
Apr
from $1,330
May
from $1,166
Jun
from $1,356

Manchester to San Diego International: Alternative routes

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

Manchester to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,135
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to San Diego International is $1,135. 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 Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,135.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Manchester to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to San Diego International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport on Wednesday, 26 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and San Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

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

  • To ensure you catch your MAN to SAN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAN and SAN include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Right now, $1,587 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,135. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to SAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAN to SAN.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

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

  • Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • The street address for SAN is Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport to the centre of San Diego has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to San Diego in May.

  • Book your flight from Manchester Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you'd like to visit San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SAN in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Phoenix is another favourite destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without visiting Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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