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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £347

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sheffield to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sheffield to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£533

One-way from

£347

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£645
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/11-17/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 00m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£14 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 18 September 2025.

Sun 23/1118:40MAN - CMB
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1216:55CMB - MAN
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£536
Thu 18/911:55MAN - CMB
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/921:55CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£537
Tue 30/913:55MAN - CMB
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1006:45CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£539
Wed 19/1107:15MAN - CMB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1216:55CMB - MAN
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£539
Tue 4/1108:55MAN - CMB
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1119:30CMB - MAN
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£540
Sun 21/913:55MAN - CMB
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/906:45CMB - MAN
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£541
Mon 24/1119:55MAN - CMB
1 stop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/1216:40CMB - MAN
1 stop30h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/9£544
Fri 26/916:30MAN - CMB
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/916:00CMB - MAN
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£545
Thu 18/911:55MAN - CMB
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/906:45CMB - MAN
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£547
Wed 5/1114:15MAN - CMB
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1103:25CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£548

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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 18 September 2025.
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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Sheffield

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 23/11

13:40-20:20

1 stop25h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£598

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 5/11

08:25-02:50

1 stop12h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£613

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 6/11

13:40-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/11

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£613

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 8/3

10:15-09:45

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

15:55-06:35

2 stops20h 10m

£623

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 2/11

13:40-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/11

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£627

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 5/11

08:25-02:50

1 stop12h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/11

04:00-12:15

1 stop13h 45m

£632

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 6/11

08:25-08:15

1 stop18h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/11

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£642

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 6/11

13:40-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

16:40-06:10

1 stop19h 00m

£648

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 18/11

21:30-01:55

1 stop22h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

04:15-12:20

1 stop13h 35m

£649

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 24/1

13:40-20:20

1 stop25h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£652

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 12 September 2025.

Booking 59 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 £812). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). 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 18 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

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 Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 18 September 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
210 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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.

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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 £812). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). 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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IndiGoCheapest£448Average£818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£531Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£535Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£550Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£563Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£585Average£717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£590Average£848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£601Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£607Average£809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£670Average£920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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