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Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester from £256

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAN
17 Jul — 24 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sri Lanka to Manchester

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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 17 June 2026.

Mon 29/622:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/712:00
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£589
Sat 11/705:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1016:20
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£606
Fri 3/717:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 25m
Gulf Air
Fri 10/709:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops19h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/6£612
Fri 18/917:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops18h 25m
Gulf Air
Thu 8/1009:55
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops19h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 16/6£615
Mon 14/905:20
CMB
-
MAN
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1008:15
MAN
-
CMB
3 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£618
Wed 1/722:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/712:00
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£624
Mon 29/622:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/711:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£642
Fri 3/722:00
CMB
-
MAN
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/711:30
MAN
-
CMB
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6£654

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£589

One-way from

£256

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£653
29/6-9/7
  • 29/6-9/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 40m total
  • Sri Lanka to Manchester
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  • IndiGo
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 10m total
  • Sri Lanka to Manchester
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 17 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/7

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

Manchester

Fri 10/7

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

£612

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/7

04:10-18:35

1 stop18h 55m

Manchester

Fri 10/7

20:45-08:35

1 stop31h 20m

£697

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/6

10:00-18:50

1 stop13h 20m

Manchester

Fri 10/7

20:45-08:35

1 stop31h 20m

£710

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/6

04:10-18:50

1 stop19h 10m

Manchester

Thu 9/7

20:45-08:35

1 stop31h 20m

£710

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/9

16:20-18:45

1 stop30h 55m

Manchester

Mon 12/10

20:45-03:00

1 stop25h 45m

£713

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/9

21:50-18:45

1 stop25h 25m

Manchester

Sun 11/10

20:45-03:00

1 stop25h 45m

£722

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/9

17:20-07:15

2 stops18h 25m

Manchester

Wed 14/10

09:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

£724
Fastest return journey

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/9

02:55-12:00

1 stop13h 35m

Manchester

Wed 14/10

14:05-08:30

1 stop13h 55m

£736

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/9

22:05-07:45

1 stop14h 10m

Manchester

Wed 14/10

14:05-08:30

1 stop13h 55m

£744

ColomboManchester

CMB - MAN

CMBMAN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/7

03:35-13:10

1 stop14h 05m

Manchester

Sat 25/7

08:05-03:05

1 stop14h 30m

£754

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Deals found on 13/6

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester (average of £359). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in January is currently the most expensive (average of £665). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

The best time to book flights from Sri Lanka to Manchester is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 17 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar 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
3,592 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,453 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,054 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,592 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 Gulf Air and Etihad Airways fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 30m. 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 (£196), Gulf Air (£240), and Etihad Airways (£268).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester (average of £359). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in January is currently the most expensive (average of £665). 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 17 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£517Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£533Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£599Average£992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£638Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£655Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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