Cheap flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £311

LON — CMB
2 Dec — 9 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from London to Colombo

Tue 3/1116:40 -
1 stop30h 20m
Mon 16/1102:40 -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 28/10£526
Sun 22/1110:10 -
2 stops22h 05m
Sun 6/1202:40 -
2 stops22h 15m
Deal found 29/10£527
Mon 7/1207:20 -
2 stops31h 25m
Sat 19/1202:40 -
2 stops25h 50m
Deal found 29/10£527
Thu 19/1108:40 -
1 stop12h 35m
Mon 7/1211:15 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 28/10£527
Sat 7/1106:40 -
3 stops25h 35m
Tue 1/1221:55 -
2 stops22h 10m
Deal found 29/10£528
Tue 10/1121:45 -
2 stops34h 30m
Tue 24/1114:35 -
2 stops36h 00m
Deal found 29/10£528
Wed 4/1108:40 -
1 stop12h 35m
Wed 2/1220:50 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 28/10£528
Tue 24/1113:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Sun 6/1202:40 -
2 stops26h 05m
Deal found 28/10£529
Sat 7/1116:40 -
1 stop30h 20m
Sun 15/1114:35 -
1 stop30h 30m
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Sat 7/1109:30 -
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Tue 24/1105:20 -
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Tue 1/1221:45 -
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Mon 9/1121:40 -
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Tue 24/1117:00 -
2 stops19h 05m
Deal found 29/10£529

Find flight deals from London to Colombo

Round-trip from

£526

One-way from

£311

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£626

Good round-trip deal

£559 or less

Good one-way deal

£412 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 26/1-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • London to Colombo
12/2-31/12
  • 12/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 55m total
  • London to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£25 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Fri 22/1

08:20-13:45

3 stops23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£314

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Mon 7/12

07:30-21:15

3 stops32h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£314

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Mon 15/2

08:20-01:50

2 stops36h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£316

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Sat 12/12

14:40-01:50

2 stops29h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£318

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Thu 10/12

08:55-01:50

3 stops35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£321

LondonColombo

SEN London Southend - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SENCMB

London Southend

Mon 30/11

11:35-02:50

2 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£323

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 1/12

08:20-01:50

3 stops36h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£329

LondonColombo

SEN London Southend - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SENCMB

London Southend

Thu 26/11

07:15-13:45

3 stops25h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£332

LondonColombo

LTN London Luton - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LTNCMB

London Luton

Thu 26/11

15:05-04:30

2 stops31h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£334

LondonColombo

LGW London Gatwick - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 26/11

08:45-13:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£340

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £609). Flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £945). 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 LON to 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 46% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

The most flights from LON to CMB are scheduled on a Saturday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £568 and £688 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £526 on Gulf Air (26 Jan–15 Feb).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 39% of one-stop itineraries from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Istanbul (SAW) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £301.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights via Cairo (CAI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 08m.

How often are flights from London to Colombo delayed?

About 49% of weekly flights between London and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 110 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Colombo flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Colombo flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 49% of flights being delayed.

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

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 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Arabia,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Food

6.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

5.5

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 10h 25m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £556. Airlines will cover a distance of 5398 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Kuwait Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £314. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SAUDIA and Air Arabia, with the lowest prices starting at £332 and £350, respectively. Kuwait Airways is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are IndiGo (£241), Gulf Air (£270), and Qatar Airways (£272).

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

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £338. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £482 on average, our data indicates £987 when flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

    Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Yas Waterworld, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Yas Waterworld, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.1 mi, 5.0 mi, and 4.5 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for an average daily rate of £24 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £609). Flying from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £945). 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 London to Colombo

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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£314Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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SAUDIACheapest£332Average£407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air ArabiaCheapest£350Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£388Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£396Average£580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest£426Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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British AirwaysCheapest£491Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air IndiaCheapest£503Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£517Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£526Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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