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£347 Find Cheap Flights from Manchester to Colombo

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Cheapest return fare
£598
Typical prices: £1,219-£860
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£347
Typical prices: £391-£626
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Cheapest • from £599 (return)
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Cheapest • Avg £607 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Colombo (MAN-CMB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester to Colombo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Colombo

Sat, 4 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
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£598Multiple Airlines
Mon, 15 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
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£599Etihad Airways
Mon, 5 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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£601Etihad Airways
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£602Etihad Airways
Wed, 17 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
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£604Etihad Airways
Thu, 18 Jun - Thu, 16 Jul
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£612Etihad Airways
Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
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£619Etihad Airways
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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Thu, 2 Jul - Thu, 9 Jul
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£620Gulf Air
Thu, 27 Aug - Wed, 18 Nov
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Colombo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Manchester to Colombo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing in July.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost £643 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,053 and £983 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Colombo

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight£347
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (37% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Manchester to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Manchester to Colombo flights

  • Are there non-stop flights from Manchester to Colombo?

    No, unfortunately, you cannot fly direct from Manchester to Colombo; however, there are plenty of indirect flights that you can take that will get you to your destination quickly and efficiently. You can take a flight, for example, with British Airways, which requires one stop along the way at Hamad International Airport in Doha. Alternatively, you could also fly with Emirates and stop in Dubai.

  • Is there a Fast Track at Manchester Airport?

    Yes, you can Fast Track at Manchester Airport, which means you don’t have to spend time queueing unnecessarily. This needs to be booked at least 1h before you arrive at the airport and will cost approximately £4 per person. You will be provided with a time slot that provides you with a time for when you can access the Express Lane using your QR code.

  • Can I stay at a hotel the night before my flight?

    Yes, should you have an early flight the next day or maybe you just want to relax before your trip, there are hotels at Manchester Airport for you to stay at. You can choose a hotel such as the Airport Inn or Crowne Plaza, which are both ideal for those that want to be situated close to the airport the next morning and want quick access to the terminal building.

  • How to get from Colombo Airport to the city centre?

    Once you have landed at Bandaranaike Airport in Colombo, you can reach the city centre with ease. You can opt for a bus (Service 187) that costs about 120 Rs (£0.40) and will take you around 45min in total. Whereas a taxi will cost more, around 2225 Rs (£8), but get you to your destination faster, in around 25min.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was £347 for a one-way ticket and £598 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Manchester to Colombo?

    Manchester and Colombo are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Manchester from Manchester and will be arriving at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Colombo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Colombo?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and Colombo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Colombo from Manchester?

    Doha is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to Colombo.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Colombo, Emirates or SWISS?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Colombo are Emirates and SWISS. With an average price for the route of £972 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. SWISS is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £570 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to Colombo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Manchester to Colombo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to Colombo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Manchester is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester to Colombo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to Colombo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from Manchester up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • You can get to Manchester Airport easily from the centre of the city, so it’s a good airport to fly to Sri Lanka from. You can catch a train from Manchester Piccadilly Station, which takes around 20min or arrive by car via the A555.
  • At Manchester Airport there are many exchange bureaus, such as International Currency Exchange, Travelex, and Post Office, where you can change your pounds for Sri Lankan rupees and get your holiday underway.
  • Once you’ve landed at Colombo Airport you can get to the city centre easily, but you can also go further afield too. Get to Kandy in about 3h by car or drive to Madampe in about 1h 30mins.
  • Before you fly to Sri Lanka, you can enjoy the lounges at Manchester Airport. Access a lounge such as Escape Lounge, which costs about £20 per person and provides you with complimentary food, refreshments, and Wi-Fi whilst you wait to take-off.
  • You can request mobility assistance at Manchester Airport, so you can get to your plane with ease. Call the Special Assistance Reception at least 48h before you fly and they will either meet you when you arrive at the airport or you can locate the reception in the Check-in Hall.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to Colombo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3582 reviews
8.4Crew
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7.9Food
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As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

10.0 ExcellentWoei, May 2026
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As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

Chaos at the gate while boarding - no clear signs or announcements

The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

Warm staff, very responsive service. Well furnished cabin and comfortable seat and amenities. Excellent onboard wifi connection and very large comfortable restrooms.

The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

I had a good experience flying with Emirates. All of the flights were on time staff was very professional and kind. So I had a positive experience..

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

Very pleasant.The crews are very nice.Food were excellent.

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Friendly and discreet staff. Could have done with a few more offers of water/snacks overnight. Movie and tv selection notably poor. Seats not especially comfortable

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

It was ok, not much more can be said, as long as airlines/aircraft manufacturers insist on cramming in as many seats as possible....best of a bad situations, seats are simply too uncomfortable to sit in for more than a few hours. Lack of flexible headrests not a help on long overnight flights either.

I was unable to pre purchase sear upgrades or internet. Their online site is not user friendly and poor. I felt singled out in customs. Seats are very small even for a small person.

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

There was not enough food for everybody. Some dishes were missing.

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

1 hour delay meant missed my connecting flight and 1st day of holiday

Flight got canceled due to Middle East conflict. Just fly hasn’t refunded me the money

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

Very poor. The flight was delayed for over an hour. Also, our baggage, including that of many passengers, approimately 180 bags did not arrive, and we are yet to receive it.

Poor, They have damaged my luggage and I have filed a claim at Colombo airport. They promised I will be in touch by the team within next 2 days but there is no One contacted me at all after 1 week. I then follow up again and received an email acknowledging my claim and claimed that they will reply in 12 days on investigation. Again, no response at all after that… Very disappointing…

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

Screens should work, Seating need to be comfortable, Luggage management was worse. Took 2 hours to get my luggage

Flight was delayed 110 mins.. Crew on Ground or in Air had no regrets.. No apologies... Very poor boarding process... Awful food and beverage choice.

Flight was delayed and due to this we almost miss the connection flight

The flight was delayed by 3 hours, causing me to miss my connecting international flight. I then had to wait in the airport 18 hours for the next flight. The reason for the delay was a computer issue, not something outside of their control like weather. To add insult to injury, instead of trying to expedite the flight to make up for lost time, they ran a carry-on baggage check to verify every bag onboard belonged to someone on the plane, which took another 20 minutes.

झूठा है इंडिगो फ्लाइट में मील दिया नहीं जब शिकायत किया तो बोला आपको मिल चुका है

They denied my meal which was included in ticket and also damaged my bag completely and broke the wheel and still not accepting their fault

As budget airline everything was good. Except that - boarding process can be more organised. Then if entertainment systems are not operational. Its better to keep them switch off.

Flight cancelled after 4+ hour delay. Indigo created a nightmare scenario and showed the most callus attitude towards the passengers I will refer to them was IndiNoGo!

Very nice and pleasant. Boarding was quick and the crew were responsive

Foreign nationals are not permitted to check in online in advance. We can only check in at the airport, so choice of seat was limited. I was stuck in a very uncomfortable location. I would expect a meal included in a flight of this duration. The food options to buy are very basic. IngiGo are a very good domestic carrier, but if they are serious about operating more international, longer haul flights, they need to improve this service to match every other airline I know.

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