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Quick Flight Summary from Colombo to Manchester

Lowest recent price
£364
Direct flight duration 13 hour 45 min
Arrival airports MAN
Best days to book Wednesday, Friday
Average over the last 30 days
£401

Cheapest flights from Colombo to Manchester

Best Price

Etihad Airways

2 Dec, Wed

Colombo – Manchester

19h 30m

1 stop

CMB–MAN

£364

Gulf Air

13 Nov, Fri

Colombo – Manchester

19h 5m

1 stop

CMB–MAN

£376

Etihad Airways

16 Dec, Wed

Colombo – Manchester

19h 30m

1 stop

CMB–MAN

£377

Shortest Flight

Etihad Airways

14 Nov, Sat

Colombo – Manchester

13h 45m

1 stop

CMB–MAN

£424

Last update: 12 November 2026 20:45

Estimated Prices for Colombo to Manchester Flights

Cheapest Day2 December Wednesday

Best Price

£364

Average Price

£385

£424

£364

£376

13Fri

Nov

£424

14Sat

£364

02Wed

Dec

£377

16Wed

Key Features of the Airlines

Best LCC Middle East
Flexible Rebooking
Wide Domestic Network

Lowest Fares
Hajj & Umrah Specialist
Easy Mobile Booking

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Full Service with Meals
23kg Free Baggage
SkyTeam Member

Turkey's LCC Leader
Digital-First Airline
Wide Turkish Network

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Colombo City Center

Bandaranaike Intl. Airport

It is only possible to reach the airport from Colombo city center by bus and taxi. Alternatively, you can also travel with private cars that can be rented from car rental companies located in the city center.

Taxi

Taxi drivers in Colombo, which is moving towards to becoming a global world city, also keep up with this development. Almost all of the taxi drivers are clean-wear, polite and speak English, which increases the quality of service. Despite being expensive compared to other alternatives, it is preferred because of its ease of reaching anytime.

Bus

The bus number 187-E3, which is used to get to the airport, collects passengers at different bus stops all day except night time. It serves as an economic and fast transportation option.

Car Rental

As in all major cities, it is also possible to find quality and reputable car rental companies in Colombo. You can request the model and brand you want from the companies you can reach easily via Internet and telephone.

Airport Information

Bandaranayike Airport, which links Colombo to the world and hosts many passengers every year, consists of a medium sized single terminal building. There are many services ranging from pharmacies and health centers to foreign exchange bureaus and bank ATMs at the airport. There is a beauty and spa center in the terminal which also has an animal care room for pets of passengers.

Baristar Coffee Lanka, Burger King, Deli Food & Spicy, HVA Foods, Nestle Lanka PLC, Palm Strip Restaurant and Relax Inn Food are the places where passengers can meet their eating and drinking needs during waiting periods.

For shopping there are Abans Pvt, AMF Duty Free, Asian Electricals, Aventure Holdings, Chamber of Gifts, Classic Electronics, Crown Electronics, Citizen, Gomez's and Odel stores. The airport also meets the accommodation needs of its passengers with the Serediva Transit Hotel in it.

Transportation to Manchester City Center from Airport

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3^rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.

Manchester Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today

Friday

13 Nov

Cloudy

6°0°

Saturday

14 Nov

Cloudy

8°2°

Sunday

15 Nov

Clear

10°5°

Monday

16 Nov

Clear

7°2°

Tuesday

17 Nov

Cloudy

5°2°

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More Information About Manchester

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Colombo-Manchester flights?

When you search for Colombo-Manchester flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Colombo-Manchester flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Colombo-Manchester flights?

For Colombo-Manchester flights, you can use Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport as departure airport, and Manchester Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Colombo-Manchester and how long does the flight take?

The straight-line distance between Colombo and Manchester is about 8866 km. According to Wingie flight data, there were no direct flights on this route in the last 30 days; the shortest connecting flight took about 13 hour 45 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Colombo-Manchester flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Colombo-Manchester flights is Wednesday.

Colombo-Manchester: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately £345.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Gulf Air	£350	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece x 6 kg of cabin baggage / 1 x 25 kg checked bag / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways	£345	No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece x 7 kg of cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments