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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £248

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
24 Apr — 1 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 25 March 2026.

Wed 6/509:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops19h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 13/517:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/3£586
Tue 5/515:05
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/503:45
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£588
Mon 20/420:45
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£590
Wed 3/609:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops19h 15m
Gulf Air
Wed 17/617:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 24/3£591
Wed 20/506:35
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/603:45
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£593
Sun 26/406:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/503:10
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£593
Mon 20/420:45
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£594
Wed 8/406:15
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£596
Sat 18/423:10
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£596
Fri 1/507:00
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/622:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£597
Fri 8/512:05
MAN
-
CMB
1 stop16h 10m
IndiGo
Sun 24/522:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 20/3£600
Sat 2/516:20
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/505:05
CMB
-
MAN
3 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£601

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 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£586

One-way from

£248

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£776
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£99 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 25 March 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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Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 13/5

20:45-03:00

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

21:50-06:55

1 stop13h 35m

£678

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 24/4

20:45-03:00

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

16:20-06:55

1 stop19h 05m

£679

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 22/4

20:45-20:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

04:10-13:00

1 stop13h 20m

£681

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 10/9

14:30-20:35

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

04:10-13:00

1 stop13h 20m

£690

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 16/4

09:20-08:35

1 stop18h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/4

21:50-06:55

1 stop13h 35m

£694

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 27/6

10:40-06:55

1 stop15h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

06:50-09:35

1 stop31h 15m

£699
Fastest return journey

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 28/6

21:45-16:50

1 stop14h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/7

10:30-20:00

1 stop14h 00m

£708

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 20/4

09:50-10:15

2 stops19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/5

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

£837

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 9/4

09:50-10:15

2 stops19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/4

22:05-07:45

1 stop14h 10m

£837

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 20/4

09:50-10:15

2 stops19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

£840

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 21/3

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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 13 March 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 £505). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £652). 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 25 March 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
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,819 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 25h 45m. There are 5494 mi between Sheffield and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • 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 £259. Users have also found prices from £300 and £323 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 £505). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £652). 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£296Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£541Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£553Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£557Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£565Average£703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£580Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£598Average£789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£644Average£909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£652Average£881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£676Average£955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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