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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £181

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — CMB
17 Mar — 24 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Colombo

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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 15 February 2026.

Tue 24/212:45
EDI
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CMB
3 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/318:15
CMB
-
EDI
3 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2£493
Thu 16/421:05
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop13h 25m
Air India
Sat 25/416:00
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 45m
Air India
Deal found 11/2£550
Sat 21/209:30
STN
-
CMB
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/417:15
CMB
-
STN
3 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£551
Mon 16/310:30
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop27h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 29/320:30
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/2£551
Sat 9/520:50
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop13h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/604:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/2£551
Fri 6/305:45
STN
-
CMB
3 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/322:15
CMB
-
STN
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£552
Tue 8/921:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop18h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/904:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/2£552
Tue 8/919:35
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop27h 05m
Air Arabia
Tue 15/905:20
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 45m
Air Arabia
Deal found 11/2£552
Sat 14/321:30
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/301:05
CMB
-
LHR
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£553
Thu 5/307:15
STN
-
CMB
3 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/317:15
CMB
-
STN
3 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£553
Sun 17/521:20
LHR
-
CMB
2 stops43h 20m
China Eastern
Wed 20/520:30
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/2£553
Sun 12/419:35
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop28h 25m
Air Arabia
Thu 30/405:20
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 45m
Air Arabia
Deal found 12/2£553

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 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£493

One-way from

£181

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£671

Good round-trip deal

£692 or less

Good one-way deal

£442 or less
24/2-3/3
  • 24/2-3/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to Colombo
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20/4
  • 20/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • United Kingdom to Colombo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 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 15 February 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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United Kingdom

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Colombo

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Price

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

19:35-03:10

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/7

05:20-18:35

1 stop17h 45m

£554

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 15/5

19:35-03:10

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/6

04:00-18:35

1 stop19h 05m

£554

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 16/6

12:30-08:40

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 13/7

08:00-19:00

1 stop15h 30m

£556

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 27/5

21:05-15:00

1 stop13h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

17:05-11:30

1 stop22h 55m

£557

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Tue 3/3

08:30-12:45

3 stops22h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/3

14:45-19:15

2 stops34h 00m

£558

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 12/5

09:45-07:00

1 stop16h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

08:00-20:00

1 stop16h 30m

£558

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 8/6

09:45-16:05

1 stop25h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 24/6

19:15-07:30

1 stop16h 45m

£558

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Wed 4/3

05:45-08:10

3 stops44h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

04:45-23:10

3 stops47h 55m

£562

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

11:35-19:00

1 stop26h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 18/5

20:30-06:40

1 stop38h 40m

£563

LondonColombo

LTN - CMB

LTNCMB

London Luton

Fri 27/2

05:50-03:30

3 stops40h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/3

14:45-19:15

2 stops34h 00m

£563

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Colombo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 £385). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £581). 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 15 February 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 22% 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 15 February 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to CMB are scheduled on a Saturday (4 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 52% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 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 evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday 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 52% 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 15 February 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
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,735 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,395 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,740 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,517 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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 15h 40m. Fly via Air Arabia, Air India, or China Eastern 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 Air Arabia (£186), Turkish Airlines (£231), and IndiGo (£245).

  • 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 £353. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £444 on average, our data indicates £1,751 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 £385). Flying from United Kingdom to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £581). 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 15 February 2026.
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£155Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest£297Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£307Average£512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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SAUDIACheapest£342Average£409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air IndiaCheapest£401Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest£451Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£472Average£673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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British AirwaysCheapest£477Average£797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£484Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£505Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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