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Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester from £257

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAN
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sri Lanka to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Tue 9/1222:15CMB - MAN
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/510:35MAN - CMB
3 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£513
Tue 9/1222:15CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mIndiGo
Tue 26/512:00MAN - CMB
1 stop16h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 4/12£542
Fri 5/1222:15CMB - MAN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1205:55MAN - CMB
3 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£552

Find flight deals from Sri Lanka to Manchester

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sri Lanka to Manchester flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£821

One-way from

£257

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£753
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 30/12-27/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 05m total
  • Sri Lanka to Manchester
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3/2
  • 3/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Sri Lanka to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£46 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sri Lanka 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester that are best for you.

Fly from

Sri Lanka

Fly to

Manchester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/12

17:20-06:45

1 stop18h 55m

Manchester

Sat 27/6

09:50-18:30

2 stops28h 10m

£821

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

08:20-22:30

2 stops19h 40m

Manchester

Sat 14/3

06:05-23:15

2 stops35h 40m

£827

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

17:20-06:45

1 stop18h 55m

Manchester

Sat 14/3

08:50-18:25

2 stops28h 05m

£845

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/12

10:15-19:40

1 stop14h 55m

Manchester

Sat 27/6

21:45-16:50

1 stop14h 35m

£885

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

21:55-20:45

3 stops52h 20m

£257

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/12

03:25-12:20

1 stop14h 25m

£334

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/2

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£343

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

04:00-17:55

1 stop19h 25m

£345

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/2

16:30-06:10

1 stop19h 10m

£349

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

16:30-06:10

1 stop19h 10m

£352

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Best time to book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester (average of £557). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in January is currently the most expensive (average of £680). 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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Sri Lanka to Manchester. 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
3,430 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,079 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Manchester from Sri Lanka?

    If you book a flight to Manchester from Sri Lanka, you will be flying to Manchester, which is the city’s only airport. Manchester (MAN) is located 8.9 mi from the center of Manchester.

  • How long is the flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

    Airlines like Emirates and Air India fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester in about 18h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 45m. There are 5494 mi between Sri Lanka and Manchester. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester are IndiGo (£197), Gulf Air (£244), and Etihad Airways (£288).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sri Lanka to Manchester 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 Sri Lanka to Manchester?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester (average of £557). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in January is currently the most expensive (average of £680). 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 5 airlines flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester. 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£557Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£576Average£774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£596Average£831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£626Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£637Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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