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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £230

BHX — CMB
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Colombo

Wed 28/1007:55 -
3 stops30h 50m
Wed 4/1121:25 -
3 stops31h 00m
Deal found 30/9£483
Sat 14/1112:40 -
3 stops27h 05m
Sat 21/1121:25 -
2 stops20h 00m
Deal found 30/9£513
Thu 15/1012:50 -
2 stops27h 30m
Wed 4/1121:25 -
3 stops24h 30m
Deal found 29/9£515
Fri 16/1012:50 -
2 stops27h 30m
Sat 7/1114:35 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 3/10£522
Sat 31/1021:15 -
2 stops25h 45m
Sat 7/1114:35 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 3/10£522
Wed 4/1106:40 -
2 stops25h 35m
Wed 18/1121:25 -
3 stops29h 55m
Deal found 2/10£525
Mon 12/1016:15 -
2 stops17h 30m
Sun 8/1114:35 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 29/9£527
Sun 15/1106:05 -
2 stops26h 10m
Tue 1/1214:35 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 2/10£532

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Colombo

Round-trip from

£483

One-way from

£230

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£840
28/10-4/11
  • 28/10-4/11
  • 6 total stops
  • 61h 50m total
  • Birmingham to Colombo
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3/12-31/12
  • 3/12-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Birmingham to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£47 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

06:00-03:40

3 stops40h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£237

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 2/12

12:40-03:30

2 stops57h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£264

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Fri 4/12

12:40-20:45

2 stops26h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£276

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 13/1

12:40-21:15

2 stops27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£283

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Wed 14/10

15:10-09:00

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£398

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

08:00-16:30

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£402

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

08:00-16:30

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£427
Fastest return journey

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Fri 13/11

14:10-08:45

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£436

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Fri 20/11

14:10-08:45

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£436

BirminghamColombo

BHX Birmingham - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

BHXCMB

Birmingham

Fri 4/12

14:10-16:30

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£436

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £720). Flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,170). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £713 and £948 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £483 on Multiple Airlines (28 Oct–4 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,246 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,917 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Birmingham. Birmingham (BHX) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Birmingham is the only Birmingham airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 8 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Birmingham on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Qatar Airways and Emirates can get you from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 23h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h. There are 5469 mi between Birmingham and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    IndiGo, at £278, was found to be the cheapest airline from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Etihad Airways and Air India. Users have found that IndiGo is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £264. Users have also found prices from £382 and £392 on Qatar Airways and Air India, respectively.

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

    Of the flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Dubai is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Burj Khalifa, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Burj Khalifa, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by traveling 6.8 mi, 32.0 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of £19 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £720). Flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,170). 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 8 airlines flying from Birmingham to Colombo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£278Average£898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£397Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£569Average£692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£589Average£708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£646Average£799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£680Average£844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£716Average£968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£762Average£962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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