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Cheap flights from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £346

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 85 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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£641

One-way from

£355

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£968
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/8-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
20/7
  • 20/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • Sheffield to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Sheffield to Colombo

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 15 July 2025.

Sun 23/1113:40MAN - CMB
1 stop13h 05mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1209:50CMB - MAN
1 stop13h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/7£640
Wed 20/808:15MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 22/903:35CMB - MAN
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/7£641
Thu 27/1110:15MAN - CMB
2 stops18h 00mGulf Air
Sat 13/1216:55CMB - MAN
2 stops19h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 14/7£645
Mon 21/718:55MAN - CMB
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/813:50CMB - MAN
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7£647
Thu 4/1217:40MAN - CMB
2 stops36h 15mLufthansa
Tue 23/1211:45CMB - MAN
2 stops17h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 14/7£648
Fri 28/1123:45MAN - CMB
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/1207:40CMB - MAN
1 stop20h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7£664
Sun 7/908:15MAN - CMB
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 17/903:35CMB - MAN
1 stop32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/7£687

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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 23/11

13:40-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

09:50-17:55

1 stop13h 35m

£640

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 20/8

08:15-03:05

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/9

03:35-08:00

1 stop32h 55m

£641

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/11

10:15-09:45

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

16:55-06:35

2 stops19h 10m

£645

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 4/12

17:40-11:25

2 stops36h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 20/12

13:05-23:20

2 stops15h 45m

£648

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/11

11:00-06:45

1 stop14h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 19/12

04:35-08:45

2 stops33h 40m

£649

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 28/11

23:45-06:10

1 stop24h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/12

07:40-22:45

1 stop20h 35m

£664

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 7/9

08:15-02:05

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/9

03:35-08:00

1 stop32h 55m

£687

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 22/7

19:15-05:25

3 stops53h 40m

£346

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 5/10

20:40-20:35

1 stop19h 25m

£373

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 27/7

10:55-09:30

2 stops18h 05m

£614

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/7

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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 11 July 2025.

Booking 85 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). 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 15 July 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 15 July 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.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £373. Users have also found prices from £614 and £663 on Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Sheffield to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). 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£499Average£844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SWISSCheapest£511Average£613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£544Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£557Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£589Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£594Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£610Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£610Average£849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£637Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest£657Average£739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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