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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £308

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
8 May — 15 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sheffield to Colombo

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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 8 April 2026.

Tue 12/517:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/505:20
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4£575
Tue 9/617:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/605:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4£592
Thu 14/517:05
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/611:30
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4£595
Thu 21/518:00
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/604:10
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4£596
Wed 4/1110:15
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop18h 00m
Gulf Air
Wed 25/1116:55
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop19h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/4£600
Thu 9/420:45
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop13h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:50
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop26h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4£601
Mon 13/420:45
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 27/417:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4£604
Sat 20/621:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/705:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4£606
Wed 9/914:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1003:10
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4£607
Tue 28/420:45
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/521:50
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop25h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4£608
Wed 6/509:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops19h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 13/517:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/4£609

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 8 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£588

One-way from

£308

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£688
26/5-15/6
  • 26/5-15/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 63h 00m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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17/4
  • 17/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£105 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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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 8 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 13/9

20:45-20:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/10

04:10-13:00

1 stop13h 20m

£651

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 13/9

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/10

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£670

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 4/5

20:45-08:35

1 stop31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

04:10-13:00

1 stop13h 20m

£670

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 10/5

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/5

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£681

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 16/9

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/10

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£692

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 13/9

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£701

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 19/9

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/10

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£716

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 14/5

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/11

16:55-06:35

2 stops19h 10m

£750

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 20/4

09:25-09:50

1 stop19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

20:20-13:55

2 stops22h 05m

£769

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 22/4

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

£788

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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 3 April 2026.

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 £510). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £649). 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 8 April 2026.
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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,859 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,558 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sheffield to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 19h 15m. 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 £261. Users have also found prices from £303 and £325 on Gulf Air and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sheffield 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 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 £510). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £649). 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 10 airlines flying from Sheffield to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sheffield 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 8 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£294Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£396Average£690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£519Average£593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£558Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£559Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£584Average£731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£604Average£794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£650Average£921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£657Average£876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£672Average£960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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