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£293+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

— CMB
20 Oct — 27 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka

Thu 17/914:40 -
3 stops25h 25m
Sun 27/917:35 -
2 stops21h 45m
Deal found 16/9£540
Tue 13/1020:45 -
1 stop19h 20m
Tue 20/1021:55 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 15/9£540
Fri 16/1015:20 -
3 stops24h 45m
Mon 26/1014:35 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 15/9£540
Mon 26/1010:55 -
3 stops22h 25m
Thu 12/1102:40 -
3 stops20h 15m
Deal found 15/9£541
Wed 4/1107:10 -
2 stops15h 50m
Thu 19/1116:05 -
2 stops21h 05m
Deal found 16/9£541
Fri 18/915:20 -
3 stops32h 00m
Wed 23/904:50 -
2 stops18h 15m
Deal found 17/9£541

Find flight deals to Sri Lanka

Return from

£540

One-way from

£293

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£616

Good round-trip deal

£551 or less

Good one-way deal

£446 or less
11/10-29/10
  • 11/10-29/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • London to Colombo
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21/10-31/12
  • 21/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • London to Sri Lanka
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LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 10/11

21:45-04:30

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£293

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 28/10

13:20-13:45

2 stops18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/11

16:05-07:40

2 stops21h 05m

£543

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 11/11

13:20-13:45

2 stops18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/11

16:05-07:30

2 stops20h 55m

£547

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 27/10

21:45-13:45

2 stops34h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/11

14:35-19:45

2 stops34h 40m

£548

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Thu 29/10

14:40-13:45

2 stops17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/11

05:20-08:30

2 stops32h 40m

£548

LondonColombo

LGW London Gatwick - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

08:45-13:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/12

02:40-15:35

1 stop18h 25m

£551

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Thu 1/10

06:20-04:30

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/10

03:10-18:40

2 stops20h 00m

£551

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Sat 31/10

11:30-13:45

3 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

02:40-21:05

2 stops23h 55m

£552

LondonColombo

LGW London Gatwick - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 4/11

08:40-16:30

1 stop26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/11

11:00-17:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£559
Fastest return journey

LondonColombo

LGW London Gatwick - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sat 14/11

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/11

11:00-17:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£560

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka

How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from London to Sri Lanka takes 17 hours 18 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Sri Lanka

The most flights from London to Sri Lanka 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.

Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From £158
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
From £597
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From £516
British Airways
British Airways
From £491

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways and SAUDIA.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Sri Lanka?

The most popular places in Sri Lanka to fly to are Colombo and Jaffna.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines to Sri Lanka. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
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Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,223 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,918 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

DOH - HYD

There could be a better options given to customers. In providing the connecting flights in cases of delays and more patience in treating the customers.

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost £65, while return flights cost around £100.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around £281, however they can be found for as little as £110.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 mi away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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