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Cheap flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £298

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CMB
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£583

One-way from

£298

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£743

Good round-trip deal

£660 or less

Good one-way deal

£389 or less
20/3-7/4
  • 20/3-7/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • London to Colombo
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  • 16/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • London to Colombo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from London to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Thu 20/307:30STN - CMB
3 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/417:25CMB - STN
3 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£583
Mon 17/313:55LHR - CMB
1 stop19h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 27/304:20CMB - LHR
1 stop19h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/2£583
Fri 16/513:15LTN - CMB
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/505:15CMB - LTN
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£583
Wed 26/210:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 17/820:30CMB - LGW
1 stop38h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/2£583
Sat 1/308:10LGW - CMB
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/313:45CMB - LGW
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£584
Thu 13/309:30LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Thu 27/317:00CMB - LHR
2 stops27h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 19/2£586
Sun 16/322:15LHR - CMB
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/304:05CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£587
Thu 6/313:30LHR - CMB
1 stop21h 05mAir India
Fri 4/416:00CMB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Deal found 19/2£592
Mon 6/1014:55LGW - CMB
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 21/1020:20CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/2£598
Tue 25/1108:35LHR - CMB
1 stop12h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 12/210:45CMB - LHR
1 stop16h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/2£600
Mon 24/221:00LHR - CMB
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 3/320:20CMB - LHR
1 stop23h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/2£630
Thu 26/610:55LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 15/706:45CMB - LGW
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2£641

Find flights from London to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 20 February 2025.

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LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Thu 20/3

07:30-03:25

3 stops38h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/4

17:25-11:30

3 stops22h 35m

£583

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 17/3

13:55-15:10

1 stop19h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/3

04:20-18:25

1 stop19h 35m

£583

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Fri 16/5

13:15-04:25

2 stops34h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/5

05:15-22:45

2 stops22h 00m

£583

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 24/3

06:35-15:00

2 stops26h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/3

16:00-15:40

2 stops29h 10m

£583

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Thu 13/3

09:30-09:35

2 stops18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/3

17:00-14:45

2 stops27h 15m

£586

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sun 16/3

22:15-20:35

2 stops16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/3

04:05-15:15

1 stop15h 40m

£587

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Thu 6/3

13:30-16:05

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/4

16:00-10:15

1 stop22h 45m

£592

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 9/3

10:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/3

20:20-06:30

1 stop39h 40m

£594

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 4/3

14:05-19:40

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/5

04:35-13:25

1 stop13h 20m

£595

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sat 14/6

17:00-16:50

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/6

20:20-08:00

1 stop16h 10m

£625

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Best time to book a flight from London to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from London to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,276). 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 LON to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 20 February 2025.

When flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

The most flights from LON to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 20 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and SWISS from London to Colombo. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,283 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £583. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Gulf Air and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at £586 and £592, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Gulf Air (£340), Etihad Airways (£360), and Qatar Airways (£360).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, London Gatwick - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or London Stansted - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl when deciding on the best route from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £349. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £510 on average our data indicates £1,457 when flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    Flights departing from London and landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport stopover in Doha most frequently. Abu Dhabi follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. Manama ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time at Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo. Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo can be accessed by travelling approximately 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for an average daily rate of £22 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Shanghai. Mumbai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. New Delhi comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,276). 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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SWISSCheapest£401Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£486Average£1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Gulf AirCheapest£549Average£694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£577Average£746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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