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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £257

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LHR — CMB
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult
Fri 10/5
Fri 17/5

The best prices from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 5 May 2024.

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May

Round-trip from

£701

One-way from

£339
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are found to be more expensive on Friday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To save on the cost of your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, book at least 27 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 9% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £786 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £908.

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

May can be a great time to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from London Heathrow Airport with a flight ticket averaging about £827. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as £552. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (LHR - CMB)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Heathrow to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Heathrow and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Turkish Airlines flights we've detected travelling from London to Colombo. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Fri 14/622:30LHR - CMB
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£477
Sun 2/619:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/622:45CMB - LHR
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£492
Mon 20/516:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/506:50CMB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£525
Wed 22/519:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£544
Wed 9/1016:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 23/1006:50CMB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£566
Mon 27/518:30LHR - CMB
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£586
Mon 21/1022:15LHR - CMB
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 30/1007:25CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£643
Wed 15/516:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 22/506:50CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5£650
Sat 11/518:30LHR - CMB
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 23/506:50CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5£655

Cheap Air India flights from Heathrow to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air India for the route between Heathrow and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Air India flights departing from London and landing in Colombo. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 25/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Thu 10/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop27h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£574
Wed 4/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Thu 3/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£575
Mon 16/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Mon 23/908:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£577
Tue 20/809:45LHR - CMB
1 stop27h 05mAir India
Wed 30/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop32h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£581
Wed 11/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Sat 5/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mAir India
Deal found 4/5£594
Mon 9/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Wed 25/908:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£602
Mon 9/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Wed 25/908:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 5/5£609
Fri 13/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Sat 28/908:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£614
Wed 9/1009:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Thu 24/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop27h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£624

Cheap Heathrow to Colombo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Heathrow to Colombo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Prices were last updated on 5 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Colombo in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 14/622:30LHR - CMB
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£477
Sun 2/619:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/622:45CMB - LHR
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£492
Mon 20/516:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/506:50CMB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£525
Wed 22/519:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£544
Mon 27/518:30LHR - CMB
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£586
Thu 9/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Thu 16/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£591
Fri 17/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Mon 20/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£594
Tue 14/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Sat 18/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 5/5£598
Tue 7/522:05LHR - CMB
2 stops30h 30mGulf Air
Tue 14/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops26h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£606

Heathrow to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Heathrow and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from London to Colombo in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 18/1116:35LHR - CMB
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/1207:25CMB - LHR
1 stop19h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£269
Fri 14/622:30LHR - CMB
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£477
Sun 2/619:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/622:45CMB - LHR
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£492
Mon 20/516:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/506:50CMB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£525
Wed 22/519:05LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/606:50CMB - LHR
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£544
Tue 15/1016:35LHR - CMB
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/1010:30CMB - LHR
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£563
Wed 9/1016:40LHR - CMB
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 23/1006:50CMB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5£566
Wed 25/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Thu 10/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop27h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£574
Wed 4/909:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Thu 3/1008:20CMB - LHR
1 stop31h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/5£575

Direct flights to Colombo from Heathrow

Discover direct flight options from Heathrow to Colombo. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from London to Colombo. If you're looking for other options for flights from London to Colombo, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Mon 3/621:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 2/713:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£654
Sun 27/1012:35LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 2/1102:20CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5£672
Wed 9/1021:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 23/1013:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£677
Wed 15/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 13/713:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£679
Sat 1/621:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 26/613:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5£685
Thu 23/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 12/613:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5£686
Sun 16/621:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 11/713:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£687
Wed 5/621:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 19/613:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£688
Wed 22/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 30/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5£696

Heathrow to Colombo flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Heathrow to Colombo for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from London to Colombo. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 14/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Sat 18/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 5/5£598
Fri 10/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Tue 14/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£607
Tue 14/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Tue 4/617:00CMB - LHR
2 stops26h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£618
Mon 13/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Thu 4/717:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£620
Wed 15/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Wed 12/617:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£621
Mon 13/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Tue 28/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 5/5£626
Mon 13/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Mon 27/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 5/5£628
Sat 11/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Sat 25/517:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 5/5£629
Fri 10/510:00LHR - CMB
2 stops18h 35mGulf Air
Tue 4/617:00CMB - LHR
2 stops18h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 4/5£632

One-way flights to Colombo from Heathrow

Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from London to Colombo. Those seeking round-trip flights from London to Colombo should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Fri 17/507:50LHR - CMB
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£257
Mon 3/621:40LHR - CMB
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£278
Tue 14/521:45LHR - CMB
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Deal found 4/5£294
Fri 31/506:40LHR - CMB
3 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£299
Sat 1/620:45LHR - CMB
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£300
Sun 12/513:15LHR - CMB
1 stop22h 20mAir India
Deal found 5/5£304
Sun 12/509:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Deal found 4/5£304
Thu 6/620:05LHR - CMB
3 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£306
Sun 12/520:30LHR - CMB
3 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£311

Find flights from Heathrow to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 878,137 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2024.

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London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Fri 14/6

1 stop34h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/6

1 stop14h 30m

£477

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 15/10

2 stops23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/10

3 stops27h 05m

£563

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/9

1 stop25h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/10

1 stop27h 40m

£574

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Fri 17/5

2 stops18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/5

2 stops18h 25m

£594

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Fri 1/11

1 stop40h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/11

1 stop26h 40m

£630

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 15/5

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop27h 25m

£646

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 22/5

1 stop18h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

1 stop15h 05m

£652

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 3/6

Nonstop10h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/7

Nonstop11h 25m

£654

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 15/5

1 stop13h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/5

1 stop14h 10m

£710

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When is the best time to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Heathrow to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Heathrow to Colombo is currently £295 while a return flight costs £611. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £879). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,153). 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.

January

£775

February

£762

March

£747

April

£707

May

£700

June

£728

July

£919

August

£795

September

£746

October

£757

November

£736

December

£806

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

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

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °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 5 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Air India and Gulf Air. 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
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,603 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,439 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

Gulf Air
7.6
Good
273 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,710 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,001 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I recently took a flight and overall, it was a good experience. Comfortable seating, attentive service, and enjoyable amenities made the journey pleasant, despite the presence of some unruly passengers. I I would recommend this airline to fellow travelers.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve Heathrow to Colombo flights?

    Passengers who are flying to Colombo from Heathrow will commonly find that their flight will always arrive at Colombo Bahrain International Airport (BAH). This airport stands as the main international airport that serves all of Colombo, as well as Sri Lanka. Your flight departing from Heathrow will always depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Both direct and connecting flights are available between these two locations and can be done so from a selection of the top airlines. Both airports are well located and offer good facilities for passengers. On site or nearby the airports, you can find car rentals and a variety of public transport. In addition, inside of the airports, you can enjoy an array of restaurants, bars, and duty-free shopping, to prepare you for your flight.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Heathrow to Colombo?

    Passengers will find a selection of popular airlines that cover direct flights to Colombo from Heathrow, as well as flights that offer stopovers. Some of the popular airlines include British Airways, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airways, Gulf Air, Etihad Airways, Iberia, Singapore Airlines, along with others. All these airlines offer some great onboard amenities to their passengers, no matter what class you’re flying in. Expect the duration of a direct flight to take approximately 10h 45min, depending on your chosen airline.

  • What are the stopover options between Heathrow to Colombo?

    Connecting flights or flights that require stopovers are the most common type of flight to Colombo from Heathrow. Flights with stopovers are a great way to spend money and are commonly cheaper than direct flights to Colombo. You can choose up to two stopovers on your trip but flights with just one stopover are commonly cheaper in price. Enjoy some of the popular stopovers like Doha Hamas International Airport (DOH), Manama Bahrain International Airport (BAH), Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), Dubai International Airport (DXB), and more. The common duration for a flight with one stopover averages between 12h-15h. Your flight time can be influenced by factors like your specific stopover, how many stopovers you have, your chosen airline, and when you choose to fly.

  • Do I need a passport or a visa to fly from Heathrow to Colombo?

    If you are flying to Colombo from Heathrow, you will need a valid passport. Your passport must be valid throughout the duration of your stay in Colombo and hold a minimum remaining validity of six months. To enter Colombo, you must obtain permission to travel from the Sri Lanka Tourist Authority. Once you have been agreed entry, you are required to purchase an online Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA.) Visas can vary in type. A tourist visa for double entry and up to 30 days of travel will cost $35 (£25.21).

  • Can I find flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just £477, but on average you can expect to pay £575.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £700 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport under £700. A good price for a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is less than £697.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than £600.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £477 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and Gulf Air, starting at £574 and £594 round-trip. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you may want to consider flying on Undisclosed Carrier, Air France or Air India as they are the most popular for this route.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay £2,010, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £457. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around £569.

  • What does LHR to CMB mean?

    Great question - LHR to CMB just means London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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

    London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Malé comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

    The majority of Abu Dhabi visitors spend their time at Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Etihad Towers, and Central Market Project. Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Etihad Towers, and Central Market Project are located about 11.2 mi, 20.8 mi, and 18.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about £20 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Of the flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Muscat. Mumbai sees the next fewest stopovers on London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. New Delhi follows Mumbai in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Heathrow to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Heathrow to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Heathrow to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Heathrow to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Heathrow to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Heathrow to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/5.

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