Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Arabia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost £65, while return flights cost around £101.

How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around £215, however they can be found for as little as £101.

Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 0 minutes).

Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 mi away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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Discover carefully curated flight deals to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 October 2026.

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16:20-19:30

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How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from London to Sri Lanka takes 17 hours 17 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Sri Lanka

The most flights from London to Sri Lanka 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways and SAUDIA.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, 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 are the most popular places to fly to in Sri Lanka?

The most popular places in Sri Lanka to fly to are Colombo and Jaffna.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Arabia,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to Sri Lanka. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Qatar Airways

7.3

Good

3,727 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,540 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

87 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,241 reviews

Air Arabia

7.6

Good

55 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 1

2.0

Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Arabia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost £65, while return flights cost around £101.
How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?
A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around £215, however they can be found for as little as £101.
Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 0 minutes).
Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 mi away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from London to Sri Lanka takes 17 hours 17 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Sri Lanka

The most flights from London to Sri Lanka 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka are Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways and SAUDIA.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, 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 are the most popular places to fly to in Sri Lanka?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Sri Lanka in the last few years. This data was updated on 1 October 2026.

The most popular places in Sri Lanka to fly to are Colombo and Jaffna.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Arabia,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to Sri Lanka. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

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