Cheap Flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake

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      Compare Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake

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      Flight deals from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs164,856. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in October.

      Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Manchester to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

      Manchester to Colombo: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs70,438
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake is Rs156,238. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs156,238.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake.
      The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

      Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know

      • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MAN to CMB flight.

      • Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAN and CMB:

        • Dubai Airport

        • Hamad International Airport

        • Kuwait Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

      • Currently, Rs70,438 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs156,238. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to CMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

      • Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.

      • Picking up cheap flights from MAN to CMB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

      • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.

      Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

      • Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.

      • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.

      • Looking for a handy hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

      Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

      • Consider staying in a hotel near CMB if you're taking a late Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

      • Grab a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.

      • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport about two weeks before travelling.

      When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

      • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Colombo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.

      • When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

      • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to CMB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.