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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo from £285

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14:15 - 02:00
MAN
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CMB
30h 15m2 stops
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17:05 - 09:30
CMB
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MAN
21h 55m1 stop
£532Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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11:35 - 03:50
MAN
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CMB
34h 45m2 stops
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15:55 - 06:35
CMB
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MAN
20h 10m2 stops
£536Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Feb - Fri, 13 Mar
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14:15 - 03:50
MAN
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CMB
32h 05m3 stops
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12:30 - 22:35
CMB
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MAN
39h 35m3 stops
£537Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
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14:15 - 06:15
MAN
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CMB
34h 30m2 stops
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17:05 - 09:30
CMB
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MAN
21h 55m1 stop
£538Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
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14:15 - 03:50
MAN
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CMB
32h 05m3 stops
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14:45 - 20:20
CMB
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MAN
35h 05m2 stops
£540Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
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14:15 - 06:15
MAN
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CMB
58h 30m2 stops
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08:20 - 09:30
CMB
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MAN
30h 40m1 stop
£547Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
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14:15 - 03:50
MAN
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CMB
32h 05m3 stops
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17:15 - 09:30
CMB
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MAN
21h 45m2 stops
£549Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
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14:15 - 06:15
MAN
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CMB
58h 30m2 stops
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22:15 - 09:15
CMB
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MAN
16h 30m1 stop
£550Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
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11:40 - 08:10
MAN
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CMB
15h 00m1 stop
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22:15 - 09:15
CMB
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MAN
16h 30m1 stop
£551IndiGo
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 15 Mar
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14:15 - 06:15
MAN
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CMB
58h 30m2 stops
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17:05 - 09:30
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21h 55m1 stop
£555Multiple Airlines
Sun, 11 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

IndiGo flights from Manchester to Colombo

Our best IndiGo deals on Manchester to Colombo flight tickets
IndiGo
26 Jan
MAN11:40Manchester
15h 00m
1 stop
CMB08:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Mar
CMB22:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 30m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£551
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IndiGo
27 Jan
MAN11:40Manchester
15h 00m
1 stop
CMB08:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12 Mar
CMB22:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 30m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£566
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IndiGo
5 Mar
MAN11:40Manchester
15h 00m
1 stop
CMB08:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Mar
CMB22:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 30m
1 stop
MAN09:15Manchester
£590
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Gulf Air flights from Manchester to Colombo

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Gulf Air
8 Feb
MAN10:15Manchester
18h 00m
2 stops
CMB09:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Feb
CMB15:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 10m
2 stops
MAN06:35Manchester
£598
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Gulf Air
18 Dec
MAN10:15Manchester
18h 00m
2 stops
CMB09:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8 Jan
CMB15:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 35m
2 stops
MAN06:35Manchester
£1,559
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Gulf Air
17 Dec
MAN10:15Manchester
18h 00m
2 stops
CMB09:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
6 Jan
CMB16:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 10m
2 stops
MAN06:35Manchester
£1,961
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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 12 December 2025.
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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 12/1

14:15-02:00

2 stops30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

17:05-09:30

1 stop21h 55m

£532

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Wed 25/2

11:35-03:50

2 stops34h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

15:55-06:35

2 stops20h 10m

£536

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 11/1

14:15-03:50

3 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/1

12:30-22:35

3 stops39h 35m

£537

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sat 10/1

14:15-06:15

2 stops34h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/1

17:05-09:30

1 stop21h 55m

£538

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 11/1

14:15-03:50

3 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/1

14:45-20:20

2 stops35h 05m

£540

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 11/1

14:15-06:15

2 stops58h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/1

08:20-09:30

1 stop30h 40m

£547

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 11/1

14:15-03:50

3 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/1

17:15-09:30

2 stops21h 45m

£549

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Fri 6/2

14:15-06:15

2 stops58h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

22:15-09:15

1 stop16h 30m

£550

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Mon 26/1

11:40-08:10

1 stop15h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

22:15-09:15

1 stop16h 30m

£551

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

Sun 11/1

14:15-06:15

2 stops58h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/1

17:05-09:30

1 stop21h 55m

£555

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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 £647, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around £662.

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 £748. 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 £793.

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 £737. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £827. 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 £784 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 £689 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

12h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Manchester to Colombo takes 12h 40m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Colombo.
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  • How far is Manchester to Colombo by plane?

    There are 5504.8 mi between Manchester and Colombo. 12h 40m 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 £456Free CancellationRating
6.8
507 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £514Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,810 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £545Free CancellationRating
7.2
226 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £569Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,331 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £575Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,434 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £590Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,090 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £605Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,677 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £628Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,571 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom £638Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,947 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom £683Free CancellationRating
6.9
76 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