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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London from £255

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — LON
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to London are usually found in November or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£556

One-way from

£256

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£683

Good round-trip deal

£802 or less

Good one-way deal

£370 or less
29/6-1/7
  • 29/6-1/7
  • 5 total stops
  • 46h 15m total
  • Colombo to London
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26/6
  • 26/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 35m 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 13 June 2025.

Sun 29/603:55CMB - STN
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/706:00STN - CMB
3 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£556
Sat 26/705:15CMB - LTN
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/806:30LTN - CMB
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£556
Tue 24/616:00CMB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Mon 30/609:45LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 50mAir India
Deal found 12/6£559
Sun 28/916:30CMB - LHR
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/1109:00LHR - CMB
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/6£560
Fri 25/704:05CMB - LGW
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/821:50LGW - CMB
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£561
Wed 18/620:30CMB - LGW
1 stop23h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 29/619:00LGW - CMB
1 stop19h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6£573
Tue 5/816:00CMB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1213:55LHR - CMB
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£574
Thu 20/1119:15CMB - LGW
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 30/1108:45LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6£578
Sun 28/922:15CMB - LHR
1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/1216:35LHR - CMB
1 stop15h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/6£589
Tue 5/818:25CMB - LHR
2 stops23h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 24/820:55LHR - CMB
2 stops35h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 12/6£635
Mon 28/720:35CMB - STN
2 stops20h 50mEmirates
Mon 3/1120:15STN - CMB
2 stops16h 40mEmirates
Deal found 11/6£640
Thu 31/720:35CMB - LGW
2 stops27h 40mEmirates
Tue 28/1020:25LGW - CMB
1 stop20h 00mEmirates
Deal found 11/6£645

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to London 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London that are best for you.

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ColomboLondon

CMB - STN

CMBSTN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/6

03:55-23:25

2 stops24h 00m

London Stansted

Tue 1/7

06:00-08:45

3 stops22h 15m

£556

ColomboLondon

CMB - LTN

CMBLTN

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/7

05:15-22:45

2 stops22h 00m

London Luton

Sat 2/8

06:30-18:30

3 stops31h 30m

£556

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/6

16:00-10:15

1 stop22h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 30/6

09:45-16:05

1 stop25h 50m

£559

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/9

16:30-12:45

1 stop24h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/11

09:00-20:20

1 stop29h 50m

£560

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 25/7

04:05-19:00

2 stops19h 25m

London Gatwick

Sat 16/8

21:50-20:35

2 stops18h 15m

£561

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/7

20:30-15:00

1 stop23h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 30/9

18:00-19:00

1 stop20h 30m

£573

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/8

16:00-10:15

1 stop22h 45m

London Heathrow

Sun 7/12

13:55-20:35

1 stop25h 10m

£574

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

19:15-06:05

1 stop16h 20m

London Gatwick

Sun 30/11

08:45-02:45

1 stop12h 30m

£578

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/9

22:15-09:50

1 stop16h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

16:35-13:20

1 stop15h 15m

£589

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/7

03:35-13:15

1 stop14h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

£597

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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 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London is 62 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 13 June 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 13 June 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

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

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 13 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.

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

    Currently priced at £559, Air India will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £560 and £573, respectively. Air India is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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    £256 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 Air India and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from £261 and £265, 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 Stansted or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Gatwick 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 £363. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - London Heathrow) can be booked for £525 on average our data indicates £1,449 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 £17 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.

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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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