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Cheap flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £187

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 10/5. 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.
LON — CMB
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
Sun 21/4
Sun 28/4

The best prices from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Colombo

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 16 April 2024.

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July

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November

Round-trip from

£715

One-way from

£201
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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 to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To save on the cost of your flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, book at least 57 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 £813 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £942.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from London in November are about £835 on average during November, but can be found for as low as £564.

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

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 in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Emirates flights from London to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between London 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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights heading from London to Colombo. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 6/514:55STN - CMB
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Sun 12/503:05CMB - STN
1 stop14h 20mEmirates
Deal found 14/4£697
Thu 29/814:55STN - CMB
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Thu 19/910:05CMB - STN
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£698
Wed 18/914:55STN - CMB
1 stop26h 45mEmirates
Mon 30/903:05CMB - STN
1 stop20h 10mEmirates
Deal found 14/4£700
Tue 23/421:45LGW - CMB
2 stops16h 15mEmirates
Thu 9/520:35CMB - LGW
2 stops20h 30mEmirates
Deal found 14/4£704
Wed 24/414:55STN - CMB
1 stop26h 45mEmirates
Tue 30/420:35CMB - STN
2 stops20h 50mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£709
Mon 23/914:55STN - CMB
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Mon 7/1010:05CMB - STN
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£711
Tue 23/421:10STN - CMB
1 stop20h 30mEmirates
Wed 22/510:05CMB - STN
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£712
Mon 22/414:55STN - CMB
1 stop26h 45mEmirates
Wed 1/503:05CMB - STN
1 stop20h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/4£713
Fri 10/514:55STN - CMB
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Fri 17/520:35CMB - STN
2 stops20h 50mEmirates
Deal found 14/4£748

Cheap China Eastern flights from London to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between London 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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced China Eastern flights we've found at this time heading from London to Colombo. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 14/511:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 21/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4£570
Mon 29/411:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 13/520:30CMB - LGW
1 stop38h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£578
Tue 7/511:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 28/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£581
Thu 2/511:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 23/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4£582
Tue 23/411:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 22/520:30CMB - LGW
1 stop38h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£583
Tue 23/411:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 7/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4£605
Tue 23/411:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 7/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£606
Tue 23/411:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 24/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£609
Thu 25/421:20LHR - CMB
1 stop41h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 12/520:30CMB - LHR
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4£610

Cheap London to Colombo flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from London to Colombo specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 886,143 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Colombo in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 13/507:15LTN - CMB
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LTN
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£487
Mon 29/406:55LGW - CMB
3 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/505:05CMB - LGW
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£502
Mon 13/521:10LGW - CMB
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LGW
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£509
Sat 27/416:55LTN - CMB
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/505:05CMB - LTN
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£512
Mon 13/511:05LGW - CMB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LGW
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£516
Sun 21/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/422:05CMB - STN
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£522
Wed 15/506:35LGW - CMB
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/520:30CMB - LGW
1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£523
Wed 15/506:35LGW - CMB
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£528
Fri 19/407:10STN - CMB
3 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/522:05CMB - STN
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£531

London to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between London and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from London to Colombo in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 13/507:15LTN - CMB
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LTN
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£487
Mon 29/406:55LGW - CMB
3 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/505:05CMB - LGW
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£502
Tue 1/1018:40LHR - CMB
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/1012:45CMB - LHR
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£505
Mon 13/521:10LGW - CMB
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LGW
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£509
Tue 5/1120:05LHR - CMB
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/1117:10CMB - LHR
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£511
Sat 27/416:55LTN - CMB
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/505:05CMB - LTN
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£512
Mon 13/511:05LGW - CMB
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/522:05CMB - LGW
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£516
Tue 17/917:45LGW - CMB
2 stops48h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/1007:25CMB - LGW
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£520
Sun 21/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/422:05CMB - STN
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£522

Direct flights to Colombo from London

Discover direct flight options from London 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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from London to Colombo, check out these fares. 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.
Thu 25/421:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 9/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£688
Thu 25/421:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 20/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£691
Tue 7/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 28/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£693
Sun 12/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 25/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£694
Thu 25/421:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 20/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£702
Wed 29/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 3/613:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£710
Mon 29/421:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 10/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£714
Thu 25/421:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 25/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£716
Mon 20/521:30LHR - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 31/513:05CMB - LHR
Nonstop11h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4£718

London to Colombo flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from London 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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from London to Colombo should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sun 21/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/422:05CMB - STN
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£522
Tue 23/414:40STN - CMB
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/505:15CMB - STN
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£534
Thu 25/414:40STN - CMB
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/505:15CMB - STN
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£535
Tue 23/406:40LGW - CMB
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/505:15CMB - LGW
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£537
Sat 20/416:55LTN - CMB
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/415:10CMB - LTN
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£538
Thu 25/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/503:30CMB - STN
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£542
Thu 25/420:10LGW - CMB
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/521:20CMB - LGW
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£542
Mon 29/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/515:10CMB - STN
3 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£551
Fri 19/407:10STN - CMB
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/505:15CMB - STN
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£554

One-way flights to Colombo from London

Search for one-way flight options from London 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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from London to Colombo. Those needing a return flight from London to Colombo can use the search form above.
Fri 10/519:25LGW - CMB
3 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£187
Wed 24/407:10STN - CMB
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£197
Fri 10/519:25LGW - CMB
3 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£197
Sat 11/521:10LGW - CMB
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£201
Tue 23/412:05STN - CMB
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£201
Sun 21/415:45STN - CMB
3 stops56h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£203
Mon 6/515:50LTN - CMB
3 stops57h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£203
Sun 21/415:45STN - CMB
3 stops56h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£204
Thu 25/420:10LGW - CMB
3 stops51h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£204

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 886,143 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2024.

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Budget

£487 - £643

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Depart

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Price

London LutonColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Mon 13/5

3 stops28h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/5

2 stops30h 40m

£487

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 14/5

1 stop26h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop37h 50m

£570

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 17/9

1 stop15h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 8/10

1 stop16h 10m

£574

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 16/9

1 stop31h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/10

1 stop34h 30m

£588

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 14/5

2 stops18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/5

2 stops18h 25m

£594

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 18/9

2 stops36h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/9

2 stops56h 50m

£631

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 16/9

1 stop14h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/10

1 stop21h 35m

£633

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Thu 2/5

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/5

2 stops17h 05m

£640

London HeathrowColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 27/5

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/7

1 stop34h 15m

£643

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When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
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 84 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 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 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 London to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from London to Colombo is currently £200 while a return flight costs £596. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £891). Flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,163). 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

£780

February

£761

March

£753

April

£731

May

£715

June

£740

July

£933

August

£812

September

£752

October

£758

November

£742

December

£810

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 16 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, China Eastern and Qatar Airways 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
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

KLM
7.9
Good
1,647 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Vistara
7.9
Good
246 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,106 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,493 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,087 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £487, but on average you can expect to pay £514.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport under £700. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is less than £719.

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

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

  • 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 most popular airlines that fly from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The most popular airlines flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Undisclosed Carrier, Air France and Air India. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £499. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £489 on average our data indicates £2,048 when flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What does LHR to CMB mean?

    LHR stands for London Heathrow Airport, while CMB stands for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • 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. Dubai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. Abu Dhabi 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 Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of £26 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Central Market Project, and Etihad Towers are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Central Market Project, and Etihad Towers can be visited by travelling about 11.2 mi, 18.9 mi, and 20.8 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those landing in Abu Dhabi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £28 per day.

  • 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 Muscat. 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 extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring 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 London to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter 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 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.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • 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.

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

    Many airlines do 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 London to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London 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 to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 15/4.

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