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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo from £327

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19:30 - 20:20MAN-CMB
43h 20m2 stops
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09:50 - 17:55CMB-MAN
13h 35m1 stop
£555
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Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 25 Mar
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11:55 - 14:20MAN-CMB
21h 55m2 stops
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10:05 - 18:55CMB-MAN
13h 20m1 stop
£556
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Wed, 24 Sep - Tue, 21 Oct
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11:30 - 20:20MAN-CMB
27h 20m2 stops
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04:00 - 12:15CMB-MAN
13h 45m1 stop
£557
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Sat, 15 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
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07:50 - 20:20MAN-CMB
31h 00m2 stops
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04:00 - 17:25CMB-MAN
18h 55m2 stops
£558
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Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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07:50 - 20:20MAN-CMB
31h 00m2 stops
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04:00 - 17:25CMB-MAN
18h 55m2 stops
£558
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Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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13:55 - 14:20MAN-CMB
19h 55m2 stops
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14:45 - 20:20CMB-MAN
35h 05m2 stops
£561
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Wed, 8 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
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08:55 - 20:35MAN-CMB
31h 10m3 stops
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21:55 - 16:50CMB-MAN
24h 25m2 stops
£562
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Sun, 12 Oct - Tue, 9 Dec
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11:30 - 20:20MAN-CMB
27h 20m2 stops
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04:15 - 12:20CMB-MAN
13h 35m1 stop
£564
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Tue, 18 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
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13:40 - 08:15MAN-CMB
13h 05m1 stop
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04:00 - 12:15CMB-MAN
13h 45m1 stop
£570Etihad Airways
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Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 26 Mar
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19:55 - 20:20MAN-CMB
18h 55m1 stop
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09:50 - 17:55CMB-MAN
13h 35m1 stop
£571Etihad Airways
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Etihad Airways flights from Manchester to Colombo

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Manchester to Colombo flight tickets
Etihad Airways
19 Feb
MAN13:40Manchester
13h 05m
1 stop
CMB08:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Mar
CMB04:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
MAN12:15Manchester
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Etihad Airways
3 Nov
MAN19:55Manchester
18h 55m
1 stop
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Nov
CMB09:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 35m
1 stop
MAN17:55Manchester
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Etihad Airways
12 Nov
MAN19:55Manchester
25h 25m
1 stop
CMB02:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20 Nov
CMB04:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
MAN17:55Manchester
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 13 September 2025.
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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 9/2

19:30-20:20

2 stops43h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

09:50-17:55

1 stop13h 35m

£555

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 24/9

11:55-14:20

2 stops21h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/10

10:05-18:55

1 stop13h 20m

£556

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 15/11

11:30-20:20

2 stops27h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

04:00-12:15

1 stop13h 45m

£557

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 12/1

07:50-20:20

2 stops31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

04:00-17:25

2 stops18h 55m

£558

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 12/1

07:50-20:20

2 stops31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

04:00-17:25

2 stops18h 55m

£558

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 8/10

13:55-14:20

2 stops19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/10

14:45-20:20

2 stops35h 05m

£561

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 12/10

08:55-20:35

3 stops31h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

21:55-16:50

2 stops24h 25m

£562

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Tue 18/11

11:30-20:20

2 stops27h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

04:15-12:20

1 stop13h 35m

£564

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Thu 19/2

13:40-08:15

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

04:00-12:15

1 stop13h 45m

£570

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 3/11

19:55-20:20

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/11

09:50-17:55

1 stop13h 35m

£571

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Manchester is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around £649, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around £650.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Colombo from Manchester is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £738. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Manchester because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £783.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

Our data shows that the cheapest Manchester to Colombo flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Colombo in the afternoon for as low as £728. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £817. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around £776 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Manchester for as low as £703 on momondo.

Cheap Manchester to Colombo flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Manchester to Colombo by plane?

    There are 5504.8 mi between Manchester and Colombo. 12h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Colombo?

    Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Colombo are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Colombo?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to Colombo.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Colombo can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Colombo. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo

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IndiGoPriceFrom £478Free CancellationRating
6.9
484 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £535Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,730 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £539Free CancellationRating
7.1
209 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £570Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,250 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £588Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £613Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,624 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £616Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,334 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £635Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,361 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom £652Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,930 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom £674Free CancellationRating
6.8
75 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Colombo

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 17.4 mi from Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport