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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £433

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Colombo (CMB). 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 23 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£638

One-way from

£433

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£821
27/3-1/4
  • 27/3-1/4
  • 5 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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  • 11/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 40m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 February 2025.

Thu 27/305:45MAN - CMB
3 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/412:50CMB - MAN
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£638
Wed 4/623:25MAN - CMB
1 stop25h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/606:45CMB - MAN
1 stop13h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2£669
Wed 10/910:55MAN - CMB
2 stops18h 05mGulf Air
Wed 8/1017:25CMB - MAN
2 stops18h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 23/2£673
Wed 5/319:50MAN - CMB
1 stop19h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 13/321:40CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/2£693
Sun 30/323:25MAN - CMB
2 stops31h 55mIndiGo
Wed 2/412:50CMB - MAN
2 stops32h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 23/2£714
Wed 3/908:15MAN - CMB
1 stop13h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 30/903:35CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/2£734
Wed 5/320:40MAN - CMB
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Wed 12/302:45CMB - MAN
1 stop33h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/2£778
Wed 23/408:15MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 29/403:35CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/2£779

Find flights from Manchester to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester to Colombo 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 23 February 2025.

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Manchester

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Colombo

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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/3

05:45-08:50

3 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/4

12:50-17:30

2 stops33h 10m

£638

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 4/6

23:25-05:15

1 stop25h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/6

06:45-16:05

1 stop13h 50m

£669

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 30/5

10:55-09:30

2 stops18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/6

17:25-07:15

2 stops18h 20m

£682

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 5/3

19:50-20:35

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/3

21:40-06:40

1 stop14h 30m

£693

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 30/3

23:25-11:50

2 stops31h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 2/4

12:50-16:20

2 stops32h 00m

£714

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 6/5

08:15-02:05

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

03:35-13:10

1 stop14h 05m

£734

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 5/3

20:40-21:55

1 stop19h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/3

02:45-06:45

1 stop33h 30m

£778

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 2/6

21:40-16:50

1 stop14h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/6

03:35-16:05

2 stops17h 00m

£801

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 11/3

07:45-01:55

1 stop12h 40m

£433

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 11/3

12:40-18:15

2 stops24h 05m

£483

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to Colombo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,276). 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 MAN to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 23 February 2025.

When flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester 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.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 23 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and Qatar Airways from Manchester to Colombo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,603 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,179 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,818 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,275 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Colombo. 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 from for flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Manchester (MAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Manchester; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Manchester airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 8.9 mi journey to Manchester (MAN) from Manchester’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (£690), Etihad Airways (£693), and Qatar Airways (£734) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Turkish Airlines is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £433 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from £483 and British Airways from £504 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Dubai is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by travelling 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about £24 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, or Emirates Park Zoo can do so by travelling 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those on a stopover in Abu Dhabi in need of a car hire can book one at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about £22.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Istanbul the least frequently. Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Malé are the next rarest. Malé is followed by Manama in terms of the least popular stopover location for Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Colombo 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 Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,276). 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 9 airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo

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Gulf AirCheapest£584Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£633Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£638Average£779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£677Average£823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£680Average£873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£687Average£809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest£754Average£841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£769Average£931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£798Average£1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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