Cheap Flights from Colombo (CMBA) to Manchester (MAN)

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Flight deals from Colombo to Manchester Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £534. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Manchester.£467 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Manchester on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £467, select.

Manchester.£479 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Manchester on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £479, select.

Manchester.£499 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Manchester on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £499, select.

Manchester.£525 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £525, select.

Manchester.£531 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Manchester on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £531, select.

Manchester.£533 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £533, select.

Manchester.£534 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Manchester on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £534, select.

Manchester.£543 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Manchester on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £543, select.

Manchester.£546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Manchester on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £546, select.

Manchester.£551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £551, select.

Manchester.£587 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £587, select.

Manchester.£589 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo and Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £589, select.

Manchester.£591 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo and Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Manchester on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £591, select.

Manchester.£604 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Manchester on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £604, select.

Manchester.£606 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Manchester on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £606, select.

Manchester.£608 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Manchester on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £608, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Manchester

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

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Colombo to Manchester: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Manchester: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£467
Cheapest month to fly	May

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Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Manchester: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Colombo to Manchester?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Manchester is £467. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo to Manchester?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo to Manchester. But we found flights with one stop from £468.

How many flights are there a week from Colombo to Manchester?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Manchester.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Manchester is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo to Manchester Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Manchester Airport on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Manchester Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Manchester?

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 Manchester 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Manchester?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo to Manchester with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Manchester is IndiGo .

Flying from Colombo to Manchester Airport (MAN): What you need to know

Manchester is five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Manchester Airport is located in Manchester, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to MAN won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to MAN that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CMB and MAN include:
- Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

About Manchester Airport (MAN)

If you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MAN:
Travel at your own speed with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and see more of Manchester and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks before your Colombo to Manchester Airport flight.

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

Manchester Airport to central Manchester is roughly 14 kms (9 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

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

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Manchester Airport is £188. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £468. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to MAN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Colombo to Manchester Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Colombo to MAN.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Manchester Airport (MAN)

August is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Manchester Airport (MAN). Visit Manchester in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Colombo to MAN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Manchester Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC.

More about Manchester

Start your Manchester trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Manchester Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Manchester when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour followed by The Homes of Football and Chinatown.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

London is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Manchester. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the southeast, its best attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 105 kms (65 miles) south of Manchester. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.