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Cheap flights from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from ₱12,916

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MNL — CMB
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Manila to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manila to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.

Wed 10/74:05 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 10/232:10 am
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop22h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/30₱15,292
Wed 9/24:05 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 9/612:35 am
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop24h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/29₱15,474
Sun 9/204:05 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 00m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 9/252:10 am
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop22h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 8/3₱16,510
Fri 9/44:05 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop23h 35m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 9/112:10 am
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop22h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 7/30₱16,632
Tue 11/104:00 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop23h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Fri 11/131:55 am
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop22h 35m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 8/3₱24,735
Wed 10/77:40 pm
MNL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/2411:00 pm
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30₱25,405
Tue 11/1712:55 pm
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/2411:05 pm
CMB
-
MNL
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29₱26,928
Thu 9/247:40 pm
MNL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/810:55 pm
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30₱27,293
Mon 10/193:00 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2910:50 pm
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30₱27,720
Mon 11/21:10 am
MNL
-
CMB
1 stop10h 45m
AirAsia
Wed 11/410:50 pm
CMB
-
MNL
1 stop23h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 7/29₱27,781

Find flight deals from Manila to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manila (MNL) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱15,292

One-way from

₱12,916

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₱26,441
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 10/7-10/23
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Manila to Colombo
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Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 8/16
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 00m total
  • Manila to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (₱259,491 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₱42,504 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Manila to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 411,093 searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/4

4:05 am-1:10 am

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/11

2:10 am-3:05 am

1 stop22h 25m

₱16,632

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/17

8:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop15h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/24

11:05 pm-1:45 am

1 stop24h 10m

₱27,172

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 9/25

3:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/10

11:00 pm-2:10 am

1 stop24h 40m

₱29,669

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 10/19

9:05 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/27

10:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop11h 40m

₱32,411
Quickest round-trip

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 12/20

1:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop10h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 12/28

10:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop11h 40m

₱33,934

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/17

6:20 am-9:05 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/24

10:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 10m

₱35,092

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 10/16

12:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/17

12:05 am-9:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

₱37,407
Cheapest one-way

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/30

3:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

₱13,951

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 8/14

8:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop27h 45m

₱14,865

ManilaColombo

MNL - CMB

MNLCMB

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 9/9

3:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

₱15,048

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The best time to book flights from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 55 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₱19,556). Flying from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₱34,726). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between ₱22,481 and ₱31,193 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was ₱15,292 on Vietnam Airlines (Oct 7-Oct 23).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated August 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Malaysia Airlines, andAirAsia from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,436 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
314 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2026

MNL - HKG

Cathay Pacific used to be a great airline for travel to Asia. Having travelled with this carrier many times I've noticed a decline the food quality, seat pitch, and entertainment offering. The services still remains top notch as can be said with other carriers in this class (i.e. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manila to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Ninoy Aquino Intl. Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) is just 10.9 km from the center of the city. Ninoy Aquino Intl is the only Manila airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 21h 20m. Fly via Vietnam Airlines or VietJet Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4554 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    AirAsia, at ₱13,742, was found to be the cheapest airline from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines. AirAsia is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manila to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₱19,556). Flying from Manila to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₱34,726). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirAsia flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Manila to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 411,093 searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest₱13,742Average₱24,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₱32,470Average₱43,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₱34,719Average₱42,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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