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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo from £239

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Manchester to Colombo departing on 27/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap Manchester to Colombo flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£239

Fastest flight time

13h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Colombo from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £239. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £533.
The fastest flight from Manchester to Colombo takes 13h 20m
There are no direct flights from Manchester to Colombo. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Manchester Airport - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Colombo

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Colombo?

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Colombo from Manchester is May. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart Manchester for Colombo?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Friday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo?

In the afternoon. Manchester to Colombo flights are approximately 20% more expensive in the evening than in the afternoon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Colombo from Manchester?

SWISS. British Airways, Etihad Airways, and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to Colombo

What is the cheapest Manchester to Colombo flight route?

Manchester - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. Fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best Manchester - Colombo flight prices

How far in advance should you book Manchester to Colombo flights?

56 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Manchester to Colombo is approximately 56 days to departure

When travelling from Manchester to Colombo, the most popular airport to fly into is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The majority of travellers flying into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Manchester are departing from Manchester Airport. When booking your trip to Colombo, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when travelling to Colombo, you can try Leeds/Bradford Airport (in Leeds), Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (in Liverpool), or Nottingham East Midlands Airport (in Nottingham). In March, £532 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from Manchester to Colombo which you can find when you fly MAN — CMB.

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)£532
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Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)£833
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Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)£1,285
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Nottingham East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)£1,297
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Easily compare return flights from Manchester to Colombo

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Manchester to Colombo by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
3 Sept
MAN06:55Manchester
35h 40m
2 stops
CMB23:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Oct
CMB13:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 20m
2 stops
MAN10:30Manchester
Turkish Airlines
9 May
MAN17:05Manchester
31h 45m
1 stop
CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 May
CMB06:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
MAN12:10Manchester
Etihad Airways
28 Apr
MAN09:10Manchester
16h 25m
1 stop
CMB06:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9 May
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
MAN07:20Manchester
Gulf Air
29 Jun
MAN09:15Manchester
19h 20m
2 stops
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13 Jul
CMB17:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 45m
2 stops
MAN07:15Manchester
Emirates
25 Apr
MAN09:50Manchester
28h 10m
2 stops
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1 May
CMB03:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
MAN12:00Manchester
Qatar Airways
3 Sept
MAN21:25Manchester
15h 50m
1 stop
CMB17:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Oct
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
MAN06:45Manchester

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Manchester to Colombo

If you're looking for one-way flights from Manchester to Colombo, view some of our deals below provided by Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways
Multiple Airlines
27 Apr
MAN13:55Manchester
35h 45m
2 stops
CMB06:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SWISS
10 Apr
MAN18:45Manchester
32h 45m
1 stop
CMB08:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Lufthansa
10 Apr
MAN18:10Manchester
33h 20m
2 stops
CMB08:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Search last-minute flights to Colombo from Manchester

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from Manchester to Colombo
Multiple Airlines
6 Apr
MAN13:55Manchester
43h 25m
3 stops
CMB13:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13 Apr
CMB14:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 20m
3 stops
MAN13:30Manchester
Qatar Airways
7 Apr
MAN08:15Manchester
13h 20m
1 stop
CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11 Apr
CMB03:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
MAN13:25Manchester
Etihad Airways
7 Apr
MAN09:10Manchester
16h 25m
1 stop
CMB06:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13 Apr
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
MAN07:20Manchester
Emirates
6 Apr
MAN21:15Manchester
20h 25m
1 stop
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13 Apr
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
39h 40m
2 stops
MAN07:45Manchester
Multiple Airlines
7 Apr
MAN09:15Manchester
19h 20m
2 stops
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Apr
CMB16:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
45h 25m
2 stops
MAN08:55Manchester
Multiple Airlines
6 Apr
MAN09:15Manchester
19h 20m
2 stops
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Apr
CMB16:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
45h 25m
2 stops
MAN08:55Manchester

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo

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Airline
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SWISSPriceFrom £489Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,150 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £585Free CancellationRating
7.4
285 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £614Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,421 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £629Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,742 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £697Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,156 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £699Free CancellationRating
6.8
6,960 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £732Free CancellationRating
7.7
4,553 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom £953Free CancellationRating
7.2
138 reviews
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Turkish Airlines flights from Manchester to Colombo

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Manchester to Colombo flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
9 May
MAN17:05Manchester
31h 45m
1 stop
CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 May
CMB06:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
MAN12:10Manchester
Turkish Airlines
2 May
MAN13:10Manchester
35h 40m
1 stop
CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 May
CMB06:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
MAN12:10Manchester
Turkish Airlines
27 May
MAN13:10Manchester
35h 40m
1 stop
CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
6 Jun
CMB06:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 50m
1 stop
MAN12:10Manchester

Etihad Airways flights from Manchester to Colombo

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Manchester to Colombo flight tickets
Etihad Airways
28 Apr
MAN09:10Manchester
16h 25m
1 stop
CMB06:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9 May
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
MAN07:20Manchester
Etihad Airways
13 May
MAN09:10Manchester
25h 45m
1 stop
CMB15:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 May
CMB09:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 45m
1 stop
MAN07:20Manchester
Etihad Airways
26 Jun
MAN09:10Manchester
18h 45m
1 stop
CMB08:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Jul
CMB04:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 20m
1 stop
MAN07:20Manchester

  • How far is Manchester to Colombo by plane?

    There are 5504.8 mi between Manchester and Colombo. 13h 20m 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Colombo?

  • 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.


Alternative routes for Manchester to Colombo

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
London to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time10h 15m
Cheapest price£470
Birmingham to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time14h 05m
Cheapest price£536
Bristol to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time17h 25m
Cheapest price£943
Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time19h 35m
Cheapest price£684
Leeds to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time19h 45m
Cheapest price£833
Norwich to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time48h 45m
Cheapest price£1,180
Exeter to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time52h 30m
Cheapest price£1,477
Liverpool to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time44h 35m
Cheapest price£1,285
Nottingham to Colombo Flights
Fastest flight time28h 25m
Cheapest price£1,297

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