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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can often be cheaper, making them a good option if you prioritize savings over speed. Consider your priorities when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Colombo flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable savings.

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

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

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MAN - Colombo
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£551
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Manchester to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Colombo

Flights from Manchester to Colombo cover a substantial distance of 8,848 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This means you should expect a significant travel time, often involving multiple connections, to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo, fares typically range from $1147–$1609, with a median price of $1395. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals for this route show up several times a week.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo? The data indicates that the most affordable months to travel are September, with a median fare of $581, followed by June at $593, and November at $598. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

Regarding direct flights from Manchester to Colombo, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Manchester to Colombo? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 26h 35m. This extended travel time is consistent with the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Colombo

Regular price: £499 - £1,009

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 499 GBP and 1009 GBP. The current lowest deal is 440 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 9 to Nov 17.

now £440

Low £499

High £1,009

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Colombo is September, with a median price of $581. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $989. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from £581

January

Most Expensive

Flights from £989

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Colombo

Ryanair

easyJet UK

Jet2.com

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Colombo

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£633

£509

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£634

£501

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£633

£502

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Ryanair

£636

£469

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

TUI Airways

£645

£477

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

easyJet UK

£644

£500

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

£712 → £504

29%

3 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 21

£707 → £501

29%

7 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 27

£675 → £479

29%

7 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 26

£675 → £485

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Manchester - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Manchester to Colombo are near the typical level, with a median price of $1395.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices.

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $581, followed by June and November.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight duration.

Flights to Colombo from Manchester typically take 26h 35m, with 2 stopovers on connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights; connecting options are dominant, with regular deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers many deals on this route.

Ryanair has 93 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book connecting flights for this route.

As direct flights are not available, consider booking connecting flights for your trip.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Colombo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£473

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Colombo.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£421

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI)

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI) is the only other designated international airport in the region.

📍 ~185 km from Colombo (reachable by car, ~2.5 to 3 hours drive)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Colombo

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From MAN

Elite

Oct 30

Colombo, Sri Lanka

93% AI deal score

$17,171

$11,107

Save $6,064

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,404

$2,893

Save $1,511

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,400

$2,894

Save $1,506

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,362

$2,898

Save $1,464

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,418

$2,901

Save $1,517

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,432

$2,901

Save $1,531

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,448

$2,903

Save $1,545

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,403

$2,908

Save $1,495

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 03

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$5,209

$3,075

Save $2,134

Gulf Air

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 02

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$5,159

$3,082

Save $2,077

Gulf Air

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Sep 20

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,934

$3,220

Save $1,714

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Sep 20

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,934

$3,287

Save $1,647

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices may fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Manchester to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Colombo

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Colombo

Regular price: £499 - £1,009

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 499 GBP and 1009 GBP. The current lowest deal is 440 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 9 to Nov 17.

now £440

Low £499

High £1,009

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo

September

Cheapest

Flights from £581

January

Most Expensive

Flights from £989

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Nov

Direct flights from Manchester to Colombo

Ryanair

easyJet UK

Jet2.com

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Colombo

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£633

£509

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£634

£501

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Jet2.com

£633

£502

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

Ryanair

£636

£469

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

TUI Airways

£645

£477

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Colombo

Manchester (MAN) - Colombo (CMB)

easyJet UK

£644

£500

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

£712 → £504

29%

3 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 21

£707 → £501

29%

7 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 27

£675 → £479

29%

7 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 26

£675 → £485

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Manchester - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Manchester to Colombo are near the typical level, with a median price of $1395.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices.

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $581, followed by June and November.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight duration.

Flights to Colombo from Manchester typically take 26h 35m, with 2 stopovers on connecting routes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

There are no direct flights; connecting options are dominant, with regular deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers many deals on this route.

Ryanair has 93 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book connecting flights for this route.

As direct flights are not available, consider booking connecting flights for your trip.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Colombo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£473

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Colombo.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£421

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI)

Colombo, Sri Lanka

92% AI deal score

$4,934

$3,287

Save $1,647

Etihad Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Colombo

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Colombo

Manchester to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Colombo

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Colombo

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Direct flights from Manchester to Colombo

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Colombo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Manchester - Colombo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Fly in September for the best prices.

Expect a long-haul flight duration.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Ryanair offers many deals on this route.

Book connecting flights for this route.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Colombo

Best Elite deals to Colombo

Oct 30

Nov 03

Nov 03

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 03

Dec 03

Dec 02

Sep 20

Sep 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Colombo?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Colombo flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Colombo from other cities

Manchester to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Colombo

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Colombo

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Direct flights from Manchester to Colombo

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Colombo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Colombo

Manchester - Colombo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Fly in September for the best prices.

Expect a long-haul flight duration.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Ryanair offers many deals on this route.

Book connecting flights for this route.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Colombo

Best Elite deals to Colombo

Oct 30

Nov 03

Nov 03

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 03

Dec 03

Dec 02

Sep 20

Sep 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Colombo?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Colombo?

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