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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £308

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CMB
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 May 2026.

Fri 19/614:45
LHR
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CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/716:20
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/5£523
Wed 3/614:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/604:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/5£523
Fri 5/610:40
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 23/617:20
CMB
-
LGW
2 stops18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/5£523
Mon 18/510:00
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop19h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 13/617:20
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 15/5£524
Wed 3/610:40
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop18h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 9/617:20
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/5£524
Mon 1/621:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 7/621:50
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop19h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/5£525
Tue 30/621:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop30h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sat 18/704:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/5£526
Mon 1/613:15
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop34h 15m
Air India
Tue 23/617:05
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 55m
Air India
Deal found 18/5£526
Wed 3/610:40
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 23/617:20
CMB
-
LGW
2 stops18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/5£526
Sat 30/519:55
STN
-
CMB
3 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/622:00
CMB
-
STN
3 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5£527
Wed 3/610:00
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop19h 10m
Gulf Air
Sat 13/617:20
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 18/5£527
Fri 20/1110:35
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Gulf Air
Tue 8/1216:55
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop19h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 18/5£527

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 19 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£523

One-way from

£308

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£605

Good round-trip deal

£720 or less

Good one-way deal

£487 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/6-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to Colombo
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7/6
  • 7/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 19 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sun 31/5

13:15-08:50

1 stop15h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

07:35-20:20

1 stop17h 15m

£547
Fastest return journey

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 31/8

21:45-14:55

1 stop12h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/9

04:10-12:45

1 stop13h 05m

£588

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 9/6

06:00-08:45

2 stops22h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/6

21:55-15:50

2 stops22h 25m

£593

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 17/6

06:00-08:45

2 stops22h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 24/6

22:00-21:50

2 stops28h 20m

£596

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

22:05-09:40

2 stops31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/10

17:20-15:20

2 stops26h 30m

£597

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 13/7

14:45-08:35

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/7

04:10-12:45

1 stop13h 05m

£597

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 29/6

14:45-14:55

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/7

16:20-12:45

1 stop24h 55m

£599

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sun 5/7

09:30-20:35

1 stop30h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/7

16:20-15:05

1 stop27h 15m

£603

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 3/6

06:00-08:45

2 stops22h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

22:00-21:45

2 stops28h 15m

£606

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 24/6

22:05-09:40

2 stops31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/6

17:20-06:55

2 stops18h 05m

£614

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, 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 is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £602). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,000). 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 GB to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 19 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 May 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to CMB 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).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Colombo delayed?

About 56% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 56% of flights being delayed.

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 19 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from the United Kingdom 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
83 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,986 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 12h 40m. Fly via Air India, Etihad Airways, or Gulf Air to get the fastest option. United Kingdom and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 5412 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are IndiGo (£260), Gulf Air (£271), and British Airways (£276).

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

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or London Stansted - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £425. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £493 on average, our data indicates £1,675 when flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £602). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,000). 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 United Kingdom to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£158Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest£293Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£314Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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SAUDIACheapest£332Average£413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air IndiaCheapest£399Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest£422Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£448Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£487Average£810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£494Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£513Average£703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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