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Cheapest return flight
£191
Typical prices: £261-£357
Air Arabia
Mon 22/10Wed 31/10
BAH - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£361
Typical prices: £363-£529
Gulf Air
Mon 3/12Sat 15/12
BAH - CMB • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manama and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 26% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuwait City (KWI)
Cheapest • Avg £245 (return)
Male (MLE)
Shortest trip • 7h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manama to Colombo (BAH-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manama to Colombo

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
17:50 - 04:30BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8h 10m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
14:35 - 04:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
16h 00m1 stop Sharjah
£191Air Arabia
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Air Arabia Logo
17:50 - 04:30BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8h 10m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
02:40 - 08:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
8h 15m1 stop Sharjah
£193Air Arabia
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Air Arabia Logo
04:45 - 01:50BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 35m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
02:40 - 08:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
8h 15m1 stop Sharjah
£205Air Arabia
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
04:45 - 01:50BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 35m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
02:40 - 17:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
17h 00m1 stop Sharjah
£205Air Arabia
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
flydubai Logo
21:20 - 10:15BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
flydubai Logo
09:15 - 14:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
31h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£240flydubai
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
flydubai Logo
21:20 - 10:15BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
flydubai Logo
01:45 - 20:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
45h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
£240flydubai
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
flydubai Logo
08:30 - 01:05BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
flydubai Logo
11:15 - 20:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
11h 35m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
£241flydubai
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
23:45 - 09:45BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
7h 30mdirect
Gulf Air Logo
17:00 - 22:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
7h 45mdirect
£361Gulf Air
Sat, 3 Apr - Fri, 9 Apr
Gulf Air Logo
23:30 - 09:40BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
7h 40mdirect
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 22:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
7h 25mdirect
£475Gulf Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
23:30 - 09:40BAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
7h 40mdirect
Gulf Air Logo
17:00 - 22:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
7h 45mdirect
£851Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Return flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from £261 to £357. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £191 on Air Arabia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £231 return.
•December (£352) and August (£344) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

£94
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from Manama to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manama to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 2,330 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £261 to £357, with an average of £312 over the past 12 months. Anything below £261 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the £312 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £245 return via Kuwait City (KWI), compared with £384 for direct.

  • Have flight prices from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £191 to £851. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £133.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Male (MLE) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £265 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £341, a difference of £76.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Male (MLE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 33m, compared to 8h 21m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 8h 48m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Manama and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Manama (India Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Gulf Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average £265, about £76 less than Monday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manama to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average £231 return in that month – typically £121 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £245 return on this route – about £138 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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