Are direct flights from Colombo to Manchester always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving you time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes offer lower fares, depending on the route and demand.

Can flexible travel dates help on Colombo to Manchester flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often help you find more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may reveal better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Colombo to Manchester flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-10-23 – 2026-11-03
CMB - Manchester
71% AI deal score
$672
$683
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70% AI deal score
$659
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76% AI deal score
$788
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70% AI deal score
$658
$710
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CMB - Manchester
69% AI deal score
$673
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CMB - Manchester
69% AI deal score
$678
$730
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2027-01-10 – 2027-01-21
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$659
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72% AI deal score
$747
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$750
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CMB - Manchester
50% AI deal score
$661
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Colombo to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Manchester

A typical journey from Colombo to Manchester takes about 39h 25m including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers involved in traveling this long-haul route. The journey covers a significant distance of 8848 kilometers between the two cities.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Colombo to Manchester, fares typically range from $901 to $1407, with a median price of $982. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Manchester? The data indicates that July is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $886. Following July, December offers a median fare of $921, and January is also a relatively inexpensive option with a median fare of $924.

Most itineraries for flights from Colombo to Manchester connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, indicating that travelers should expect multiple stops on this route.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Manchester

Regular price: $629 - $767

Prices for flights from Colombo to Manchester are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $629 and $767. The current lowest deal is $685 with Jazeera Airways, for travel from Oct 27-Oct 31.

now $685

Low $629

High $767

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Manchester

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Manchester is July, with a median price of $887. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1896. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $887

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,896

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Colombo to Manchester

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Air Arabia

SriLankan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Manchester

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$925

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$968

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$711

$969

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$780

$977

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$993

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$707

$1,089

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Manchester

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$782 → $625

20%

2 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 10

$786 → $632

20%

3 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 11

$781 → $646

17%

5 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 11

$766 → $639

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Colombo - Manchester route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Colombo to Manchester are below the typical level at $685.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Manchester, with a median price of $886.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 39h 25m

Connecting flights from Colombo to Manchester typically average 39h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on the Colombo to Manchester route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Etihad Airways has 54 connecting deals for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Colombo to Manchester are historically rare.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car or taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$649

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$731

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)

Manchester, United Kingdom

90% AI deal score

$3,313

$2,699

Save $614

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 15

Manchester, United Kingdom

90% AI deal score

$3,494

$2,795

Save $699

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 13

Manchester, United Kingdom

90% AI deal score

$2,798

$2,072

Save $726

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 13

Manchester, United Kingdom

90% AI deal score

$2,853

$2,095

Save $758

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 21

Manchester, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$3,409

$2,711

Save $698

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Dec 04

Manchester, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$3,383

$2,747

Save $636

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Dec 03

Manchester, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$3,313

$2,747

Save $566

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 25

Manchester, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$3,366

$2,855

Save $511

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Oct 13

Manchester, United Kingdom

89% AI deal score

$2,698

$2,057

Save $641

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Nov 23

Manchester, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$3,148

$2,736

Save $412

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CMB

Elite

Dec 02

Manchester, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$3,217

$2,736

Save $481

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare various options from different providers. Looking into flights with layovers may also sometimes offer lower prices.

Booking flights in advance often gives you more options and can sometimes result in better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may be beneficial. There isn't a single 'best' time, as it can vary.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and convenience.

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Colombo to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Manchester

Regular price: $629 - $767

Prices for flights from Colombo to Manchester are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $629 and $767. The current lowest deal is $685 with Jazeera Airways, for travel from Oct 27-Oct 31.

now $685

Low $629

High $767

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Manchester

July

Cheapest

Flights from $887

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,896

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Colombo to Manchester

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Air Arabia

SriLankan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Manchester

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$925

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$968

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$711

$969

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$780

$977

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Etihad Airways

$707

$993

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Manchester

Colombo (CMB) - Manchester (MAN)

Qatar Airways

$707

$1,089

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Manchester

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$782 → $625

20%

2 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 10

$786 → $632

20%

3 nights

Nov 8 - Nov 11

$781 → $646

17%

5 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 11

$766 → $639

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Colombo - Manchester route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Colombo to Manchester are below the typical level at $685.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Manchester, with a median price of $886.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 39h 25m

Connecting flights from Colombo to Manchester typically average 39h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on the Colombo to Manchester route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Etihad Airways has 54 connecting deals for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Colombo to Manchester are historically rare.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car or taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$649

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Colombo to Manchester.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$731

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)

Liverpool John Lennon Airport can be a useful alternative, especially for European routes, despite fewer long-haul options.

Manchester, United Kingdom

88% AI deal score

$3,217

$2,736

Save $481

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

Cheap Flights from Colombo to Manchester

Today’s best flight deals from Colombo to Manchester

Colombo to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Manchester

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Direct flights from Colombo to Manchester

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Manchester

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Manchester

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Colombo - Manchester route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 39h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Deals are rare

Colombo main airports to depart from

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manchester

Best Elite deals to Manchester

Oct 26

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Oct 13

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

How can I find cheap flights from Colombo to Manchester?

When should I book flights from Colombo to Manchester?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Colombo to Manchester?

Are direct flights from Colombo to Manchester always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Colombo to Manchester flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Colombo to Manchester flights?

Related routes

More routes from Colombo

Flights to Manchester from other cities

Colombo to Manchester: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Manchester

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Manchester

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Direct flights from Colombo to Manchester

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Manchester

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Manchester

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Manchester

Colombo - Manchester route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 39h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers connecting flights

Deals are rare

Colombo main airports to depart from

Manchester main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manchester used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manchester

Best Elite deals to Manchester

Oct 26

Dec 02

Oct 15

Oct 13

Oct 13

Oct 21

Dec 04

Dec 03

Oct 25

Oct 13

Nov 23

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manchester

How can I find cheap flights from Colombo to Manchester?

When should I book flights from Colombo to Manchester?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Colombo to Manchester?