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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £219

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CMB
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 939,815 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/12

12:15-03:45

3 stops34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/12

16:00-19:10

2 stops32h 40m

£560

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 2/12

09:30-09:35

2 stops18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/12

17:00-06:35

2 stops19h 05m

£584

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 1/1

10:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/1

20:20-14:00

1 stop23h 10m

£584

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Wed 1/1

12:55-14:15

2 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/1

13:55-11:35

3 stops27h 10m

£584

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 8/1

16:10-03:45

2 stops30h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/2

04:35-01:10

2 stops26h 05m

£584

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 20/1

21:05-16:05

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/2

08:10-19:20

1 stop16h 40m

£586

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 12/2

11:35-13:55

2 stops20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/2

04:20-20:35

2 stops21h 45m

£586

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sat 7/12

08:00-03:30

2 stops38h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/12

09:40-18:25

1 stop14h 15m

£587

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 25/2

08:40-02:55

1 stop12h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/3

04:25-12:35

1 stop13h 40m

£590

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/12

20:10-19:40

1 stop18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/12

19:30-06:25

1 stop16h 25m

£590

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Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from United Kingdom (GB0) 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 21 November 2024.

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Sun 8/1212:15EDI - CMB
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1216:00CMB - EDI
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£560
Mon 2/1209:30LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Fri 6/1217:00CMB - LHR
2 stops19h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 20/11£584
Thu 21/1110:55LTN - CMB
3 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/1109:40CMB - LTN
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£585
Sun 24/1112:50STN - CMB
3 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1204:20CMB - STN
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£587
Sat 7/1208:00LHR - CMB
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/1209:40CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£587
Tue 3/1220:10LHR - CMB
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 11/1204:25CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11£590
Fri 22/1116:35LGW - CMB
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1110:15CMB - LGW
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£590
Mon 2/1208:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Tue 17/1208:10CMB - LHR
1 stop16h 40mAir India
Deal found 20/11£596
Thu 21/1110:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 5/1220:20CMB - LGW
1 stop39h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11£598
Mon 2/1213:55LHR - CMB
1 stop13h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 16/1204:20CMB - LHR
1 stop19h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/11£605
Sat 30/1121:00LHR - CMB
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 8/1220:20CMB - LHR
1 stop23h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11£626
Fri 29/1114:05LGW - CMB
1 stop30h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 9/1204:25CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/11£635

Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from United Kingdom to Colombo

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £854). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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 GB to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 21 November 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from GB0 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 21 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Gulf Air, China Eastern and Qatar Airways from United Kingdom to Colombo have to say. 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.8
Good
368 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 to fly from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Etihad Airways (£333), Qatar Airways (£354), and Air India (£360).

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £361. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £508 on average our data indicates £1,627 when flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £854). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 939,815 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£370Average£724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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VistaraCheapest£409Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£432Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Royal JordanianCheapest£442Average£522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£481Average£1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapest£487Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£492Average£757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£525Average£882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£552Average£801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest£558Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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