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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London from £266

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — LON
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to London are usually found in November or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£570

One-way from

£266

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£778

Good round-trip deal

£842 or less

Good one-way deal

£460 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • Colombo to London
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26/9
  • 26/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 00m 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 19 August 2025.

Mon 27/1003:25CMB - LHR
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 4/1120:10LHR - CMB
1 stop17h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/8£570
Fri 19/921:55CMB - LGW
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/210:35LGW - CMB
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8£571
Fri 12/921:55CMB - LHR
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/920:55LHR - CMB
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8£571
Fri 3/1022:15CMB - LGW
1 stop16h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1117:05LGW - CMB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/8£572
Wed 17/904:05CMB - LHR
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 29/1119:20LHR - CMB
1 stop19h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/8£573
Sun 7/903:55CMB - LGW
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1106:35LGW - CMB
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8£574
Sat 13/908:20CMB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1022:05LHR - CMB
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8£574
Fri 3/1004:35CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1113:05LGW - CMB
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8£576
Fri 3/1004:05CMB - LHR
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1022:25LHR - CMB
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8£577
Tue 30/903:30CMB - LHR
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1012:30LHR - CMB
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8£578
Fri 3/1016:30CMB - LHR
1 stop27h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/1020:55LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/8£579
Wed 10/923:40CMB - LHR
1 stop24h 20mAir India
Wed 1/1021:05LHR - CMB
1 stop13h 25mAir India
Deal found 17/8£579

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CMB - LHR

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/10

03:25-12:10

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/11

20:10-19:20

1 stop17h 40m

£570

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/9

21:55-15:05

2 stops21h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 24/9

20:55-15:25

1 stop14h 00m

£571

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/9

04:05-18:45

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 28/11

19:20-02:50

1 stop26h 00m

£573

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/9

04:05-18:45

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 29/11

19:20-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

£573

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/9

03:55-18:00

2 stops18h 35m

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

06:35-02:35

2 stops38h 30m

£574

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/9

08:20-19:00

1 stop15h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 12/10

22:05-09:30

2 stops30h 55m

£574

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/10

04:35-13:25

1 stop13h 20m

London Gatwick

Tue 4/11

13:05-20:20

2 stops25h 45m

£576

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

03:30-20:20

2 stops21h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 8/10

12:30-12:50

2 stops19h 50m

£578

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/9

16:30-15:15

1 stop27h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

19:20-20:20

1 stop19h 30m

£579

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/10

06:45-16:15

1 stop14h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 4/11

13:05-20:20

2 stops25h 45m

£581

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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 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London is 81 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 19 August 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 38% 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 19 August 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London?

Share of one-stop return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 46% of one-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £563.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.

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 19 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London. 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
3,314 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,233 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,283 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,314 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London in about 14h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 35m. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and London are separated by a distance of 5412 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at £431, Qatar Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £498 and £518, respectively. Qatar Airways is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 £367. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Heathrow) can be booked for £526 on average our data indicates £701 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 £15 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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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to London.

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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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