AED 1,813 Cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake

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Colombo.AED 1,813 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24, returning Tue, Mar 10.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Mar 10, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,813, select.

Colombo.AED 1,866 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 5, returning Thu, Mar 12.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Thu, Mar 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Mar 12, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,866, select.

Colombo.AED 1,892 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 6, returning Fri, Feb 27.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Fri, Feb 6, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, Feb 27, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,892, select.

Colombo.AED 1,993 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 13, returning Tue, Jan 27.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Tue, Jan 13, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Jan 27, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,993, select.

Colombo.AED 2,026 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 15, returning Sat, Feb 28.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,026, select.

Colombo.AED 2,052 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 26, returning Tue, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Mon, Jan 26, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,052, select.

Colombo.AED 2,098 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 12, returning Thu, Apr 2.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Thu, Mar 12, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Apr 2, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,098, select.

Colombo.AED 2,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 10, returning Mon, Apr 27.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Manchester on Tue, Feb 10, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Apr 27, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,166, select.

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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

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Cheapest flight found	AED 1,813
Cheapest month to fly	February

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

How much are round-trip flights from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake is AED 1,813. 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 Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 1,813.

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

There are no flights flying from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake, as of December 2025.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually February.

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

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 Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

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

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

How can I find the best flight deal to Colombo Bandaranayake?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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.

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

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

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

The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAN to CMB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and CMB:
- Kuwait International Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Dubai Airport

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

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is AED 829. A round-trip plane ticket right now is AED 1,813. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAN to CMB, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAN to CMB.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers from the center of Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you want to explore Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CMB around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometers away to the south, check out popular attractions including Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometers north of Colombo. No journey is complete without a visit to Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.