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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £302

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Thu 4/620:55
MAN
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CMB
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/610:00
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£554
Tue 2/613:35
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/603:10
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£557
Thu 7/512:00
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/510:00
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£559
Fri 15/517:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/605:20
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops46h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£566
Mon 11/510:45
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/510:00
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£567
Wed 29/408:00
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/510:00
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£571
Thu 30/408:45
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£571
Mon 4/505:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/503:10
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£573
Mon 11/513:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/510:00
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£574
Tue 2/620:30
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/605:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£579

Find flight deals from Manchester to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£554

One-way from

£302

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£674
4/6-11/6
  • 4/6-11/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 10/6

20:45-20:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/6

16:20-06:55

1 stop19h 05m

£641

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 6/9

20:45-14:55

1 stop13h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

21:50-13:00

1 stop19h 40m

£677
Fastest return journey

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 26/5

09:20-03:00

1 stop13h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/5

10:00-18:35

1 stop13h 05m

£683

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 25/6

14:30-08:35

1 stop13h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

10:00-18:35

1 stop13h 05m

£694

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 16/5

20:45-20:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

16:20-06:55

1 stop19h 05m

£698

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 22/5

09:20-03:00

1 stop13h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

16:20-06:55

1 stop19h 05m

£713

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 15/5

21:20-18:30

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

20:35-12:00

2 stops19h 55m

£870

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 10/6

21:20-18:30

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/6

02:55-12:00

1 stop13h 35m

£879

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 27/6

14:05-18:30

2 stops23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/7

02:55-12:00

1 stop13h 35m

£911

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 25/6

14:05-08:30

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

£946

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Colombo

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £643). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,059). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Colombo. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Manchester (MAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Manchester; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Manchester airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 8.9 mi journey to Manchester (MAN) from Manchester’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in about 19h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 5494 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, IndiGo (£290), SWISS (£509), and Gulf Air (£549) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. IndiGo is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £256 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from £321 and Gulf Air from £330 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    If you're on a stopover in Abu Dhabi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, or Yas Waterworld. Travellers on a stopover in Abu Dhabi can visit Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Yas Waterworld, by travelling 20.8 mi, 21.1 mi, and 5.0 mi, respectively after landing at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about £12 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, or Gold Souq can do so by travelling 6.8 mi, 13.6 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about £14.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Istanbul the least frequently. Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Malé are the next rarest. Malé is followed by Manama in terms of the least popular stopover location for Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £643). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,059). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Colombo. 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£290Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£509Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£549Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£562Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£573Average£726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£591Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£638Average£799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£643Average£866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£655Average£964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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