£288 Cheap Flights from Colombo (CMB) to Manchester (MAN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £288 for one-way flights and £567 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Gulf Air
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£567 Return, found 2 days ago
£567
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, 10 Nov from Colombo to Manchester, returning Fri, 13 Nov, priced at £567 found 2 days ago
Gulf Air
Tue, 2 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£576 Return, found 5 days ago
£576
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, 2 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Sun, 14 Jun, priced at £576 found 5 days ago
Gulf Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£594 Return, found 2 days ago
£594
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, 12 Nov from Colombo to Manchester, returning Sun, 15 Nov, priced at £594 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, 17 Jul - Sun, 6 Sept
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£610 Return, found 5 hours ago
£610
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, 17 Jul from Colombo to Manchester, returning Sun, 6 Sept, priced at £610 found 5 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£613 Return, found 6 days ago
£613
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, 16 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Mon, 29 Jun, priced at £613 found 6 days ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Wed, 14 Oct
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£618 Return, found 1 day ago
£618
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, 16 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Wed, 14 Oct, priced at £618 found 1 day ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, 16 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£620 Return, found 6 days ago
£620
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, 16 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Mon, 29 Jun, priced at £620 found 6 days ago
IndiGo
Mon, 8 Jun - Fri, 12 Jun
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£707 Return, found 2 hours ago
£707
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Mon, 8 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Fri, 12 Jun, priced at £707 found 2 hours ago
Emirates
Fri, 5 Jun - Tue, 1 Dec
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£750 Return, found 13 hours ago
£750
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Fri, 5 Jun from Colombo to Manchester, returning Tue, 1 Dec, priced at £750 found 13 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, 20 Jul - Thu, 27 Aug
CMB
Colombo
MAN
Manchester
£807 Return, found 20 hours ago
£807
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, 20 Jul from Colombo to Manchester, returning Thu, 27 Aug, priced at £807 found 20 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
To find a cheap flight from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.
What is the best time to fly from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.
How many flights per day from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
There are approximately 37 connecting flights per day from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN). Some common connection points include Indira Gandhi Intl. (DEL), Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl. (BOM), and Dubai Intl. (DXB).
What is the earliest flight from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from CMB to MAN. To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
What day of the week has the most flights from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
You'll typically find the most flights from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) on a Sunday, with around 49 flights available. This gives you plenty of options for your travel plans. Major airlines on this route include SriLankan Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
The most popular departure times for flights from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) are in the morning, from 9am to 12pm. About 23 CAD% of passengers prefer this time. Many major carriers, including Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways, offer flights during this window. This timing works well because it allows for a comfortable morning departure.
How long does it take to fly from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
A flight from CMB to MAN with a layover takes around 14 hours, with the route covering approximately 5,498 miles. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.
Can you fly business or first class from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for CMB to MAN flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.
How do I earn miles on a Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) flight with Expedia?
It's easy to earn miles on a Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of One Key™, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia.*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) at the last minute?
Typically, booking a last minute flight from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) flight and hotel package?
Securing a Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN)?
If you booked your Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) to Manchester (MAN) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination airport
Manchester
Airlines serving
Air France, Air India, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, IndiGo, KLM, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£567
Distance
8796 km

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Grab a great deal on your flight from Bandaranaike Intl. (CMB) to Manchester (MAN)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Colombo to Manchester today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Bandaranaike Intl. to Manchester start at just £567 and range up to £807.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Colombo and Manchester
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

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Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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