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Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £287

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STN — CMB
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Stansted to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 24 October 2025.

Thu 23/1008:00STN - CMB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1114:45CMB - STN
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£520
Sat 1/1112:50STN - CMB
3 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1121:25CMB - STN
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10£522
Tue 28/1012:45STN - CMB
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/102:50CMB - STN
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£525
Thu 23/1008:00STN - CMB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1102:50CMB - STN
3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£526
Wed 29/1012:45STN - CMB
3 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1102:50CMB - STN
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£526
Wed 31/1212:00STN - CMB
3 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/104:45CMB - STN
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10£528
Wed 29/1012:45STN - CMB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1121:25CMB - STN
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10£530
Thu 23/1008:00STN - CMB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1121:55CMB - STN
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£531
Mon 1/1209:30STN - CMB
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/114:45CMB - STN
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£532
Fri 12/1207:45STN - CMB
3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1204:45CMB - STN
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£535
Thu 23/1008:00STN - CMB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1121:55CMB - STN
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£537

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 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£518

One-way from

£287

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£745
13/2-26/2
  • 13/2-26/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 00m total
  • London to Colombo
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15/1
  • 15/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 05m total
  • London to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£47 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 24 October 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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Price

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Wed 1/4

05:50-14:20

2 stops28h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/4

03:55-06:45

3 stops31h 20m

£640

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Tue 21/4

17:45-05:20

1 stop31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

06:50-16:50

1 stop14h 30m

£709

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sat 18/4

17:45-05:20

1 stop31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

06:50-16:50

1 stop14h 30m

£719

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sat 8/11

20:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/11

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£763

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 18/1

20:15-15:55

1 stop14h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/2

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£765

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Mon 2/2

20:15-00:45

1 stop23h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/2

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£765

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Tue 4/11

20:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

09:55-17:55

1 stop13h 30m

£765

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Mon 19/1

20:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/2

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£765

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 18/1

14:05-18:25

2 stops22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 20/1

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£765

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Mon 9/2

20:15-00:45

1 stop23h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

02:40-12:05

1 stop14h 55m

£765

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Best time to book a flight from Stansted to Colombo

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Cheapflights Insights

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 17 October 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 75 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £567). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £757). 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 24 October 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 27% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 24 October 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,023 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Stansted to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 16h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 5384 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at £561, 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 £656 and £695, 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?

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

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

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

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

    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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £567). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £757). 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£561Average£801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£656Average£808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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