Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £293

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STN — CMB
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Stansted to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Stansted to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Stansted (STN) 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£515

One-way from

£293

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£719
7/12-21/12
  • 7/12-21/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • London to Colombo
4/1
  • 4/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 40m total
  • London to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£39 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Stansted to Colombo

Cheapest flights from Stansted to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Stansted to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 17/915:40STN - CMB
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/905:05CMB - STN
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£515
Sat 27/900:20STN - CMB
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1005:15CMB - STN
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£516
Fri 17/1014:40STN - CMB
3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1005:15CMB - STN
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9£518
Sun 7/1210:45STN - CMB
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1209:20CMB - STN
3 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£521
Thu 18/915:50STN - CMB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/915:10CMB - STN
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£523
Thu 16/1012:15STN - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1005:15CMB - STN
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£524
Fri 10/1014:40STN - CMB
3 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1121:55CMB - STN
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£524
Mon 15/915:40STN - CMB
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/921:55CMB - STN
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£526
Wed 12/1110:45STN - CMB
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/403:55CMB - STN
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£527

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Stansted 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Stansted

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Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sat 15/11

20:15-10:15

2 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/11

09:55-18:00

1 stop13h 35m

£642

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 30/11

20:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/12

20:15-18:00

2 stops27h 15m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 16/11

20:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

21:50-12:05

1 stop19h 45m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Wed 8/10

21:10-16:50

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

22:05-12:55

1 stop19h 20m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Mon 13/10

21:10-16:50

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/10

02:55-18:45

1 stop20h 20m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Tue 25/11

14:05-08:20

1 stop12h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/12

20:15-18:00

2 stops27h 15m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Wed 8/10

21:10-16:50

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/10

02:55-18:45

1 stop20h 20m

£667

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sat 15/11

20:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 19/11

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£687

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Wed 5/11

14:05-18:25

2 stops22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/11

09:55-18:00

1 stop13h 35m

£697

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 12/10

14:55-08:35

1 stop13h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/10

02:55-12:55

1 stop14h 30m

£698

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Stansted to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Stansted to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £812). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). 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 STN to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Stansted to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

When flying from London Stansted Airport 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 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Stansted to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Turkish Airlines, andSriLankan Airlines from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 32h 30m. Fly via Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 5384 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £549, Turkish Airlines will fly you from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and SriLankan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £642 and £662, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £812). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£549Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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