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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £289

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CMB
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 57 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 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£655

One-way from

£289

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£829
27/3-6/4
  • 27/3-6/4
  • 5 total stops
  • 60h 30m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
10/4
  • 10/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • Manchester to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£66 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 January 2025.

Wed 3/910:35MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/1006:45CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/1£654
Thu 27/313:50MAN - CMB
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/418:55CMB - MAN
3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£655
Thu 11/910:55MAN - CMB
2 stops18h 05mGulf Air
Tue 23/917:25CMB - MAN
2 stops18h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 23/1£685
Wed 19/219:50MAN - CMB
1 stop19h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/304:20CMB - MAN
1 stop31h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£690
Wed 16/421:25MAN - CMB
1 stop14h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 29/403:35CMB - MAN
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£728
Tue 4/308:50MAN - CMB
2 stops19h 10mEmirates
Tue 18/320:15CMB - MAN
2 stops20h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£775
Tue 11/205:55MAN - CMB
2 stops31h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 26/220:20CMB - MAN
2 stops49h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/1£845
Wed 29/1012:10MAN - CMB
2 stops15h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 28/1110:45CMB - MAN
1 stop14h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/1£853

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 January 2025.

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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/3

13:50-03:45

2 stops32h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/4

18:55-18:30

3 stops28h 05m

£655

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 30/5

10:35-05:15

1 stop14h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/6

06:45-16:05

1 stop13h 50m

£661

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/2

10:25-09:35

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/3

17:00-06:35

2 stops19h 05m

£689

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 19/2

19:50-20:35

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/3

04:20-06:40

1 stop31h 50m

£690

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 6/5

21:25-17:45

1 stop15h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

03:35-13:15

1 stop14h 10m

£725

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 4/3

08:50-09:30

2 stops19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/3

20:15-11:15

2 stops20h 30m

£775

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 11/2

05:55-19:00

2 stops31h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/2

20:20-15:55

2 stops49h 05m

£845

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 17/4

21:25-16:20

1 stop14h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 29/4

04:55-17:55

2 stops17h 30m

£855

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 10/4

16:45-04:25

2 stops31h 10m

£289

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 27/3

10:25-09:35

1 stop17h 40m

£402

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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

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Manchester to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 17 January 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 57 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 £1,261). 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 January 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 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, British Airways and Emirates 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
3,747 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.4
Good
1,200 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.3
Good
3,926 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.2
Good
219 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 (£661), Gulf Air (£689), and Etihad Airways (£690) offers the cheapest pricing from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Turkish Airlines is 23% 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 £402 on Gulf Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £465 and Etihad Airways from £486 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying 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 £26 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 Yas Waterworld 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 Yas Waterworld can do so by travelling 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 5.0 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 £21.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations 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 £1,261). 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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