Cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £184

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or November, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Sheffield to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sheffield to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.

Mon 8/1214:40MAN - CMB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1221:25CMB - MAN
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£585
Tue 9/1209:00MAN - CMB
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1222:15CMB - MAN
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12£597
Mon 8/1211:40MAN - CMB
1 stop15h 00mIndiGo
Sun 21/1222:15CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 7/12£604
Mon 8/1209:55MAN - CMB
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1222:15CMB - MAN
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£609
Tue 9/1211:40MAN - CMB
1 stop15h 00mIndiGo
Tue 16/1222:15CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 8/12£611
Wed 10/1207:10MAN - CMB
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1222:15CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12£615
Wed 31/1214:15MAN - CMB
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/114:45CMB - MAN
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£616
Thu 11/1209:00MAN - CMB
3 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1204:45CMB - MAN
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£628

Find flight deals from Sheffield to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£545

One-way from

£184

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£1,051
21/3-3/4
  • 21/3-3/4
  • 5 total stops
  • 68h 25m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
2/3
  • 2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sheffield 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 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Sheffield

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 1/3

18:45-10:15

1 stop34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

11:45-08:20

1 stop26h 05m

£633

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 24/1

10:15-09:45

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

16:55-06:35

2 stops19h 10m

£650

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 23/1

19:55-08:15

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/3

04:00-06:10

1 stop31h 40m

£664

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 23/1

10:15-09:45

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

15:55-06:35

2 stops20h 10m

£670

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 14/1

08:25-20:20

1 stop30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

21:35-06:10

1 stop14h 05m

£682

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 17/1

13:40-02:50

1 stop31h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/1

04:00-06:10

1 stop31h 40m

£684

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 27/1

13:40-02:50

1 stop31h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

04:00-12:15

1 stop13h 45m

£689

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 28/1

08:25-20:20

1 stop30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

04:00-12:15

1 stop13h 45m

£697

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 12/1

19:55-20:20

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

04:00-06:10

1 stop31h 40m

£710

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 10/1

08:25-20:20

1 stop30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/1

09:50-12:15

1 stop31h 55m

£715

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sheffield to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sheffield to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £509). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £645). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SH9 to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sheffield to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

When flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sheffield to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 9 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 18h. There are 5494 mi between Sheffield and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for IndiGo. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £251. Users have also found prices from £272 and £293 on Qatar Airways and Gulf Air, respectively.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £509). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £645). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£458Average£786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£516Average£590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£548Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£562Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£572Average£713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£577Average£887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£593Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£608Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£615Average£855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£686Average£953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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