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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London from £263

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — LON
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to London are usually found in November or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to London (LON). 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£574

One-way from

£263

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£794

Good round-trip deal

£862 or less

Good one-way deal

£385 or less
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  • 37h 40m total
  • Colombo to London
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  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Colombo to London
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sat 24/516:30CMB - LGW
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/621:50LGW - CMB
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£574
Sun 18/503:35CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 5/1108:35LHR - CMB
1 stop12h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4£575
Wed 14/503:35CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/519:30LHR - CMB
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4£576
Tue 15/717:05CMB - LHR
2 stops22h 55mAir India
Wed 27/821:05LHR - CMB
1 stop13h 25mAir India
Deal found 30/4£579
Sat 24/521:45CMB - LHR
1 stop13h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 8/614:45LHR - CMB
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4£583
Wed 23/711:25CMB - LGW
1 stop23h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 29/809:00LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4£584
Wed 7/503:35CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 15/519:25LHR - CMB
1 stop16h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4£588
Sat 7/605:15CMB - LTN
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/614:10LTN - CMB
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£592
Thu 5/620:35CMB - STN
2 stops26h 40mEmirates
Wed 18/621:10STN - CMB
2 stops16h 50mEmirates
Deal found 29/4£596
Thu 5/602:55CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Wed 18/621:45LGW - CMB
2 stops16h 15mEmirates
Deal found 29/4£601
Thu 15/506:45CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 31/511:20LHR - CMB
1 stop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/4£603
Fri 6/619:30CMB - STN
3 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/612:15STN - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£626

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ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/5

16:30-07:20

2 stops19h 20m

London Gatwick

Sun 8/6

21:50-20:40

2 stops18h 20m

£574

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/5

03:35-14:10

1 stop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

08:35-02:45

1 stop12h 40m

£575

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/5

03:35-13:20

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

19:30-16:50

1 stop16h 50m

£576

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/5

21:45-07:00

1 stop13h 45m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/6

14:45-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

£583

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/7

11:25-06:40

1 stop23h 45m

London Gatwick

Fri 29/8

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

£584

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/5

17:05-19:30

2 stops30h 55m

London Heathrow

Thu 26/6

21:05-15:00

1 stop13h 25m

£585

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/6

03:35-14:10

1 stop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Sat 6/9

18:55-16:50

1 stop17h 25m

£592

ColomboLondon

CMB - LTN

CMBLTN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/6

05:15-22:45

2 stops22h 00m

London Luton

Wed 18/6

14:10-05:25

2 stops34h 45m

£592

ColomboLondon

CMB - STN

CMBSTN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/6

20:35-18:45

2 stops26h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 18/6

21:10-18:30

2 stops16h 50m

£596

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/6

02:55-12:35

1 stop14h 10m

London Gatwick

Wed 18/6

21:45-18:30

2 stops16h 15m

£601

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to London

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to London. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 CMB to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to London. Price data was last updated on 13 October 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to London. 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from CMB to LON 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).

Rainfall in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM from Colombo to London by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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

    Currently priced at £575, British Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £583 and £584, respectively. British Airways is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    £265 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and British Airways, with prices starting from £268 and £283, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London consider Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Heathrow, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Gatwick or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Stansted as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £371. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Heathrow) can be booked for £520 on average our data indicates £712 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London.

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

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London.

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

    Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, or Emirates Park Zoo can do so by travelling 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those landing in Abu Dhabi looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £18 per day.

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

    Of the flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London (average of £112). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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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