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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £413

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CMB
5 Jan — 12 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) 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 31 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£637

One-way from

£413

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,273
27/2-13/3
  • 27/2-13/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Birmingham to Colombo
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 05m total
  • Birmingham to Colombo
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 December 2024.

Tue 31/1220:30BHX - CMB
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/116:00CMB - BHX
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£1,078
Tue 31/1220:50BHX - CMB
1 stop30h 05mEmirates
Thu 30/102:45CMB - BHX
1 stop14h 25mEmirates
Deal found 31/12£1,136
Tue 31/1211:05BHX - CMB
1 stop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/221:55CMB - BHX
1 stop17h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 31/12£1,252

Find flights from Birmingham to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 31 December 2024.

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BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Thu 27/2

13:00-13:55

2 stops19h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/3

04:35-16:55

2 stops17h 50m

£637

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Mon 13/1

20:30-16:05

1 stop14h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/2

08:10-17:15

1 stop14h 35m

£648

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 5/3

14:25-16:30

1 stop20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/3

11:15-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

£676

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 5/3

06:00-19:00

2 stops31h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/3

20:20-09:55

2 stops43h 05m

£699

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Tue 24/6

17:15-05:15

1 stop31h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/7

06:45-12:10

1 stop33h 55m

£709

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 5/3

13:40-08:25

1 stop13h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/3

02:45-18:45

1 stop21h 30m

£732

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Mon 17/2

14:25-02:55

1 stop31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/3

11:15-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

£799

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Fri 28/2

06:15-12:55

2 stops25h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/3

13:55-16:50

2 stops32h 25m

£839

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Tue 25/2

10:55-08:30

2 stops40h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/3

09:40-08:55

2 stops28h 45m

£960

BirminghamColombo

BHX - CMB

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Mon 17/2

20:30-16:05

1 stop14h 05m

£413

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to Colombo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,283). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BHX to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 December 2024.

When flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 31 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Birmingham to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Emirates and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

KLM
7.8
Good
1,342 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,902 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,364 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Birmingham is the only Birmingham airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 7 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Birmingham on a regular basis.

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

    Air India, at £648, was found to be the cheapest airline from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and China Eastern. Users have found that Air India is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £413. Users have also found prices from £442 and £450 on IndiGo and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Dubai is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by traveling 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of £23 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Malé. Istanbul follows Malé in terms of the least common stopover location on Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,283). 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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Air IndiaCheapest£596Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£641Average£749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£649Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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China EasternCheapest£697Average£792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£709Average£906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£724Average£876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£760Average£986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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