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Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo from £166

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06:50 - 20:50MAN-CMB
33h 30m3 stops
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03:55 - 12:20CMB-MAN
36h 55m3 stops
£457
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週一, 8 9月 - 週日, 21 9月
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08:00 - 20:50MAN-CMB
32h 20m3 stops
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21:30 - 12:50CMB-MAN
19h 50m2 stops
£465
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週二, 7 10月 - 週二, 14 10月
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08:00 - 20:50MAN-CMB
32h 20m3 stops
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05:15 - 10:50CMB-MAN
34h 05m3 stops
£468
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週二, 7 10月 - 週二, 14 10月
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06:50 - 20:50MAN-CMB
33h 30m3 stops
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03:55 - 23:35CMB-MAN
24h 10m2 stops
£468
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週一, 8 9月 - 週日, 21 9月
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06:50 - 20:50MAN-CMB
33h 30m3 stops
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21:55 - 10:05CMB-MAN
16h 40m1 stop
£485
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週一, 8 9月 - 週一, 22 9月
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06:25 - 20:40MAN-CMB
32h 45m3 stops
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03:25 - 00:25CMB-MAN
26h 30m2 stops
£489
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週六, 22 11月 - 週五, 5 12月
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06:25 - 20:40MAN-CMB
32h 45m3 stops
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14:45 - 17:50CMB-MAN
32h 35m2 stops
£492
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週六, 22 11月 - 週六, 6 12月
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06:50 - 20:50MAN-CMB
33h 30m3 stops
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19:30 - 18:55CMB-MAN
27h 55m3 stops
£497
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週一, 8 9月 - 週一, 22 9月
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18:45 - 10:15MAN-CMB
34h 00m1 stop
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11:45 - 17:55CMB-MAN
35h 40m1 stop
£568SWISS
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週日, 23 11月 - 週二, 9 12月
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20:40 - 08:30MAN-CMB
31h 20m1 stop
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21:50 - 18:55CMB-MAN
25h 35m1 stop
£572Etihad Airways
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週日, 24 8月 - 週四, 11 9月

Emirates flights from Manchester to Colombo

Our best Emirates deals on Manchester to Colombo flight tickets
Emirates
11 Aug
MAN14:05Manchester
27h 35m
1 stop
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11 Sept
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 55m
2 stops
MAN12:00Manchester
£937
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Emirates
11 Aug
MAN14:05Manchester
27h 35m
1 stop
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11 Sept
CMB22:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
MAN12:00Manchester
£967
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Emirates
8 Aug
MAN14:05Manchester
22h 15m
1 stop
CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11 Sept
CMB02:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 35m
1 stop
MAN12:00Manchester
£987
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Qatar Airways flights from Manchester to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
11 Aug
MAN14:55Manchester
21h 25m
1 stop
CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11 Sept
CMB10:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 00m
1 stop
MAN08:00Manchester
£957
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Qatar Airways
11 Aug
MAN14:55Manchester
21h 25m
1 stop
CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10 Sept
CMB03:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
MAN19:55Manchester
£1,078
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Qatar Airways
11 Aug
MAN14:55Manchester
21h 25m
1 stop
CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10 Sept
CMB03:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m
1 stop
MAN19:55Manchester
£1,081
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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 30 7月 2025.
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ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週一 8/9

06:50-20:50

3 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週日 21/9

03:55-12:20

3 stops36h 55m

£457

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週二 7/10

08:00-20:50

3 stops32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週二 14/10

21:30-12:50

2 stops19h 50m

£465

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週二 7/10

08:00-20:50

3 stops32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週二 14/10

05:15-10:50

3 stops34h 05m

£468

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週一 8/9

06:50-20:50

3 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週日 21/9

03:55-23:35

2 stops24h 10m

£468

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週一 8/9

06:50-20:50

3 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週一 22/9

21:55-10:05

1 stop16h 40m

£485

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週六 22/11

06:25-20:40

3 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週五 5/12

03:25-00:25

2 stops26h 30m

£489

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週六 22/11

06:25-20:40

3 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週六 6/12

14:45-17:50

2 stops32h 35m

£492

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週一 8/9

06:50-20:50

3 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週一 22/9

19:30-18:55

3 stops27h 55m

£497

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週日 23/11

18:45-10:15

1 stop34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週二 9/12

11:45-17:55

1 stop35h 40m

£568

ManchesterColombo

MAN - CMB

MANCMB

Manchester

週日 24/8

20:40-08:30

1 stop31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

週四 11/9

21:50-18:55

1 stop25h 35m

£572

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Colombo

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Manchester is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around £665, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from Manchester averaging around £674.

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 £750. 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 £795.

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 £739. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £830. 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 £787 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 £722 on momondo.

Cheap Manchester to Colombo flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Manchester to Colombo

Best price found

£166

Fastest flight time

12h 50m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Colombo from Manchester in the past 72 hours is £166. The best return flight deal from Manchester to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £457.
The fastest flight from Manchester to Colombo takes 12h 50m
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)
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  • How far is Manchester to Colombo by plane?

    There are 5504.8 mi between Manchester and Colombo. 16h 10m 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 £514Free CancellationRating
6.8
478 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £516Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,683 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £549Free CancellationRating
7.1
203 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £592Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,228 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £600Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,925 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £634Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,295 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £636Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £645Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,215 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom £662Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,927 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom £684Free 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