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Cheap Flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester

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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Manchester.R 4,290 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,290, select.
Manchester.R 5,017 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,017, select.
Manchester.R 5,196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,196, select.
Manchester.R 6,331 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,331, select.
Manchester.R 6,353 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,353, select.
Manchester.R 6,787 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,787, select.
Manchester.R 6,930 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,930, select.
Manchester.R 6,998 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,998, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 4,269
Jun
from R 4,993
Jul
from R 5,170
Aug
from R 6,896
Sep
from R 6,300
Oct
from R 6,964
Nov
from R 6,322
Dec
from R 7,005
Jan
from R 6,754
Feb
from R 7,186
Mar
from R 7,082
Apr
from R 10,480

Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester: Alternative routes

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

Colombo to Manchester: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,290
Cheapest month to flyMay

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester is R 10,735. 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 Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,735.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Manchester is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Manchester Airport on Friday, 16 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Manchester 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 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.
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.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Manchester.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know

  • Manchester is five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo and is in the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your CMB to MAN flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CMB and MAN:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Right now, R 4,269 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,735. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CMB to MAN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CMB to MAN.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Of the flights that depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on time at their destination.

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CMB:

Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)

Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester

  • Manchester Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Manchester. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Manchester in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CMB to MAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've done Manchester, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to London to check off its top sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 113 kilometres south of Manchester. No journey is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Manchester

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