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Cheapest return flight
£661
Typical prices: £774-£1,075
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1Thu 18/1
BHX - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£316
Typical prices: £365-£586
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/12
BHX - CMB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 18% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg £687 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Colombo (BHX-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Colombo

Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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06:00 - 13:45BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 15m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Rome Fiumicino Sharjah
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14:35 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
26h 30m3 stops Sharjah Doha Hamad Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£660Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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16:35 - 01:50BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 45m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Sharjah
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14:20 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
26h 45m3 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£661Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan
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13:45 - 18:25BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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02:40 - 18:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
21h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
£666Emirates
Sat, 9 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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13:45 - 21:55BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:15 - 11:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£666Emirates
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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14:10 - 01:55BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:15 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
13h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£671Qatar Airways
Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 2 Mar
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07:40 - 02:45BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£681Qatar Airways
Fri, 14 May - Mon, 31 May
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17:40 - 06:40BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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06:40 - 08:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
30h 45m1 stop Istanbul
£683Turkish Airlines
Mon, 12 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
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17:40 - 06:40BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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06:40 - 08:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
30h 45m1 stop Istanbul
£702Turkish Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
British Airways Logo
14:10 - 16:30BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
22h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£732British Airways
Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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14:10 - 16:30BHX  Birmingham-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:25 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BHX Birmingham
14h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£732British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £720 return.
•December (£1,133) and July (£1,093) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£316
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 5,469 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £774 to £1,075, with an average of £881 over the past 12 months. Anything below £774 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the £881 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £661 to £5,335. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £737, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Xdrive Mobility
    • GREEN MOTION
    • AcaRent
    • Ace
    • CarWiz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £795 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £966, a difference of £171.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 48m, compared to 15h 05m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 15h 27m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 5 hours ahead of Birmingham (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Pettah Market is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £795, about £171 less than Friday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average £720 return in that month – typically £412 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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