How long is the flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

Airlines like Gulf Air fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester in about 18h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 5494 mi between Sri Lanka and Manchester.

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 (£190), Gulf Air (£237), and Etihad Airways (£279).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Manchester ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Manchester when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Manchester, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester?

Before booking your flight from Sri Lanka to Manchester check out the most popular airlines for this route: British Airways, Emirates or Qatar Airways.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LK to MAN?

When flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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.

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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 2 February 2026.

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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 £543). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £654). 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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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.

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

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

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

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

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

Related info for your journey

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 fly from Sri Lanka to Manchester in about 18h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 5494 mi between Sri Lanka and Manchester.
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 (£190), Gulf Air (£237), and Etihad Airways (£279).
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 £543). Flying from Sri Lanka to Manchester in August is currently the most expensive (average of £654). 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 Airways	Cheapest£561	Average£754	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£567	Average£659	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	Cheapest£581	Average£811	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£610	Average£721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	Cheapest£635	Average£703	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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