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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester from £282

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAN
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Manchester are usually found in November or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Manchester (MAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£582

One-way from

£282

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£683
19/7-19/8
  • 19/7-19/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Colombo to Manchester
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 18/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 20m total
  • Colombo to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 July 2025.

Sat 19/710:05CMB - MAN
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/813:55MAN - CMB
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£582
Wed 9/721:55CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 40mIndiGo
Thu 8/111:00MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 1/7£613
Tue 1/720:20CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/116:00MAN - CMB
2 stops20h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7£669
Fri 18/703:35CMB - MAN
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 19/808:15MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7£673
Tue 8/702:05CMB - MAN
1 stop34h 10mEmirates
Thu 8/113:10MAN - CMB
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/7£678
Thu 14/804:05CMB - MAN
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 28/820:40MAN - CMB
1 stop25h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7£686

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Manchester 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 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Manchester

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Return

Price

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/7

10:05-18:55

1 stop13h 20m

Manchester

Tue 19/8

13:55-20:35

2 stops26h 10m

£582

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/7

03:35-08:00

1 stop32h 55m

Manchester

Tue 19/8

08:15-03:05

1 stop14h 20m

£673

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/8

04:05-18:55

1 stop19h 20m

Manchester

Thu 28/8

20:40-02:50

1 stop25h 40m

£686

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/8

20:35-07:45

2 stops15h 40m

Manchester

Fri 31/10

20:40-16:20

1 stop14h 10m

£696

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/7

11:25-06:30

1 stop23h 35m

Manchester

Wed 7/1

12:10-09:45

2 stops16h 05m

£706

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/7

17:25-07:15

2 stops18h 20m

£282

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/9

04:05-18:55

1 stop19h 20m

£300

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/9

15:10-11:00

3 stops48h 20m

£336

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/9

03:35-08:00

1 stop32h 55m

£360

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/7

03:35-13:15

1 stop14h 10m

£373

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Manchester

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Manchester. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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 Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 3 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,224 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,089 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Manchester (MAN), located 8.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Manchester. 6 airlines have flights to Manchester from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Manchester should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £673 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Emirates, starting at £686 and £696 round-trip. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 7% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £282 on Gulf Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from £300 and Qatar Airways from £360 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester (average of £117). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Manchester in September is currently the most expensive (average of £143). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£537Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£577Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£581Average£825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Gulf AirCheapest£584Average£708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£584Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£621Average£719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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