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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £329

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£522

One-way from

£329

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£724
28/2-7/3
  • 28/2-7/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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  • 3/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£78 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 16 January 2026.

Sat 28/214:15
MAN
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CMB
3 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/314:40
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£522
Thu 26/211:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/316:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£524
Tue 17/307:00
MAN
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CMB
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/421:55
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£528
Thu 5/211:30
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/222:15
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£531
Thu 5/306:10
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/322:15
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£532
Sun 22/308:45
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/421:55
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£535
Sat 7/314:15
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops55h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/316:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£535
Mon 2/211:40
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/214:45
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1£536
Fri 6/311:30
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/313:45
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£537
Tue 17/211:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/204:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£538
Sat 7/211:30
MAN
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CMB
3 stops46h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/217:15
CMB
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MAN
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£540

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Colombo 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 16 January 2026.
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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Manchester

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 4/3

19:55-20:15

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

16:20-12:15

1 stop25h 25m

£610

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 22/2

13:40-20:15

1 stop25h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

16:20-12:15

1 stop25h 25m

£622

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 25/3

07:00-23:15

2 stops34h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

17:05-10:05

1 stop21h 30m

£728

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 22/4

10:55-09:30

2 stops18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

17:25-07:15

2 stops18h 20m

£746

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 20/4

16:55-17:45

2 stops20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/5

03:15-13:15

1 stop14h 30m

£793

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 18/3

10:15-10:10

2 stops18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 31/3

17:25-07:15

2 stops18h 20m

£805

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 14/2

15:50-02:45

2 stops29h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

10:15-07:05

1 stop26h 20m

£816

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 19/3

08:50-10:15

2 stops19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

£829

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 20/3

08:25-20:15

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

10:00-18:40

1 stop13h 10m

£834

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 20/4

21:20-18:30

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

£840

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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 9 January 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 £505). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £651). 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.

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 16 January 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
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
3,469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
3,715 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
1,370 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,176 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
78 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,469 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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, Gulf Air, and British Airways fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in about 18h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 15m. The distance from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 5494 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, IndiGo (£310), SWISS (£541), and Gulf Air (£545) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. IndiGo is 60% 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 £250 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Gulf Air from £292 and Etihad Airways from £325 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 Emirates Park Zoo. Travellers on a stopover in Abu Dhabi can visit Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Emirates Park Zoo, by travelling 20.8 mi, 21.1 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively after landing at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about £19 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai 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, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 32.0 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 £20.

  • 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 Mumbai 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 £505). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £651). 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 9 airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo

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 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£310Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£541Average£587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£545Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest£551Average£904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£566Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£580Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£598Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£620Average£798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£673Average£922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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