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Mon, 21 Jul - Tue, 5 Aug
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05:05 - 13:00CMB-LTN
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10:05 - 18:45CMB-LHR
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21:45 - 02:50LHR-CMB
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19h 45m1 stop
£560Etihad Airways
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19:15 - 06:05CMB-LGW
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08:45 - 02:45LGW-CMB
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£578Qatar Airways
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11:25 - 06:40CMB-LGW
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20:35 - 12:55CMB-STN
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16h 40m2 stops
£640Emirates
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Wed, 19 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
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£645Emirates
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Tue, 22 Jul - Tue, 26 Aug
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18:25 - 20:55CMB-LHR
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06:30 - 12:55LHR-CMB
25h 55m2 stops
£646SriLankan Airlines
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What is the cheapest Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London cost £679 and was between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £679.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to London on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to Colombo, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London is November, where tickets cost £558 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £774 and £768 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.


Good to know - Cheap tickets from Colombo to London

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight£112
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Colombo to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Colombo to London flights

  • Can I fly directly between Bandaranaike Airport and London airports?

    Yes, you can fly directly between Sri Lanka and London Heathrow Airport with Sri Lankan Airlines. Should you not mind transferring, you could opt for a flight with British Airways to Heathrow or Gatwick that changes in Hamad International Airport in Doha and might be slightly cheaper than the direct option.

  • Can I exchange my currency at Bandaranaike Airport?

    Yes, before your flight, you can change your Sri Lankan Rupees to Sterling at service bureaus. With BOC Transit currency exchange counter and People’s Bank both offering this service, you will be able to find great, commission-free options before you depart to London.

  • Are there airport hotels to stay in if my flight departs early?

    Should you have an early flight in the morning, or just want to relax ahead of a long flight to the UK, you can opt for an airport hotel to make your journey seamless ahead of your flight. Choose a hotel such as the Airport City Hotel and Sandamali Restaurant, which is one of the closest hotels to the airport terminal.

  • When flying from Colombo Airport, should I fly to Heathrow or Gatwick?

    From Bandaranaike Airport in Sri Lanka, you can fly directly to London Heathrow Airport, which makes this a very popular option to travellers. Being located closer to the city centre, Heathrow is also great for your onward journey. That being said, Gatwick flights might be better if you are travelling back to south London or another location in the south of the UK. Both airports offer great facilities through, so whichever you choose, your needs will be fully catered for upon your arrival.

  • Can I get a massage at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport?

    Foot Rub is a beauty and wellness facility located in the Departure Transit Area at Colombo Bandaranaike, where passengers can relax, refresh and rejuvenate before the flight to the UK capital. You can treat yourself to a variety of foot massages in addition to fully clothed body treatments, as well as vanity services to feel your best during and after the long-haul flight.

  • Which London airport has the best facilities/services for families?

    London Heathrow is the city’s largest and busiest airport and offers a wider range of family-friendly services and facilities for arriving international passengers at Terminal 3 and 5. These include several Baby Care rooms for changing and feeding, family-friendly restaurants to refuel after long flights and free travel for kids below age 15 on Heathrow Express when accompanied by an adult.

  • Which airlines have the shortest stopover times on flights from Colombo to London?

    Flights aboard British Airways and Qatar Airways regularly average about 2h 5min stopovers in Doha on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike to London Heathrow. Qatar also has a few flights departing the Colombo airport with 45 minutes connections at Doha en route to London Gatwick.

  • Which nearby cities can I fly to from London Heathrow?

    Aer Lingus offers flights to Cork, Shannon and Dublin while British Airways has departures to regional cities including Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Inverness from London Heathrow. Amsterdam, Paris and Brussels are three international destinations you can reach within an hour’s flight from this location.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London was £152 for a one-way ticket and £592 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Colombo to London?

    On your way to London, you’ll fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You’ll be landing in one of London’s 5 airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Stansted.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to London?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Colombo to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to London?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and London, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Colombo to London?

    There are direct flights from Colombo to London on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to London, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to London are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of £728 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £667 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to London?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Colombo to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Colombo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Colombo to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Colombo to London?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Colombo? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £370 or less one-way and £802 or less round-trip.
  • You can get from Colombo to Bandaranaike Airport easily, which makes it a great airport to depart Sri Lanka from. Bus route 187 costs about Rs120 (£0.40) and takes approximately 45min. You can also reach the airport via taxi, which costs in the region of Rs2225 (£8) and takes about 25min.
  • If you are travelling on a budget, it might be worth looking at indirect routes to Heathrow or Gatwick, which tend to be cheaper than the direct alternatives.
  • You can relax and put your feet up at one of the airport lounges, such as Palm Strip Lounge, where you can receive complimentary refreshments and free Wi-Fi. This costs about £20 per person, with admission for those younger than three years old being free.
  • If you need assistance with mobility, it is best to contact your airline a minimum of 72 hours prior to your flight. Upon arrival at the airport, they will have a member of staff on hand to meet you and provide you with the equipment you require and, if requested, help you through the airport to your gate.
  • Upon arrival at London airports, you can exchange your currency back to GBP at one of the Travelex bureaus in the arrivals hall. If you fly indirectly and land at Gatwick Airport, you can exchange your currency at an International Currency Exchange (ICE) office.
  • Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) is the only gateway for international air travel in Sri Lanka and is the hub for the national air carrier SriLankan Airlines. All flights from Colombo to London depart from Terminal 1, which is the designated International Terminal.
  • If your luggage is overweight and you need to leave some stuff behind in Sri Lanka before travelling to London, there’s a Left Luggage Service with available lockers at Colombo Bandaranaike. Per day prices are subject to weight limitations and there’s also a flat non-refundable fee per item.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Top 5 airlines serving from Colombo to London

 
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3264 reviews
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7.8Food
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They should resume the fast track for business / first class passengers

10.0 ExcellentAli, May 2025DXB - MAN
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They should resume the fast track for business / first class passengers

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

Good flight overall. Good options of food on NY-Dubai-Mumbai leg. Not that good reversing back. The flight crew is courteous and professional as always. The seating was much more comfortable going into Mumbai than coming back. Cheers!

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

everything was great. I don't use on-board entertainment at all (I just read or sleep), but I appreciate that I couldn't hear anyone else's!

Flight was on time. Seats (economy) were very comfortable and food was excellent. The bad thing was that after landing it took an hour to reach arrivals. We had to wait 15mins to get off the plane and then had to board a bus which moved very slowly and took almost 30 minutes.

Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

The food was amazing on our flight. So many options for movies and shows to stay entertained for 12 hours.

Worst trip ever from the beginning to the end I will never travel with that airline again. I made a big mistake by not going with my regular schedule flight with Qatar airline. Even underpriced cheat me of my 134 dollars I paid for special seats and they kept my money and didn't pay the airline for the seats for me.

My favorite airline when traveling to the UAE. Great food and great service.

Worse fight I ever take since I start flying , still have even made home , and crew abandon us half way home . No water no food and no even anyone to answer our questions

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

They didn't board by zones and it was a free for all. The 16 hour flight was the most excruciating experience of my life and the seats were TINY... with no leg space and my feet were swollen immediately. The food was so bad it was inedible.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

There was not enough food for everybody. Some dishes were missing.

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Check in desk people constrained by fear. Obvious typo on Uganda visa, even though approved, caused loss of flight. Something is definitely wrong with this system.

Being a platinum member, no attention given. No towel or tissue provided.

Etihad seems to have a very strict luggage enforcement. I am a very light passenger compared to other passengers which are mainly heavier. I do not understood why airlines enforce the weight restriction so strictly. I was overweight luggage of 1.5kg, but am probably 10+kg lighter than the average passenger. Other airlines are far more accommodating. Poor customer service as far as I am concerned. If weight is such an important issue to an airline they should charge passengers by total amount of body weight plus luggage. To me just ridiculous.

Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Certainly! Here’s a more concise and refined version of your report, maintaining a polished and professional tone: --- Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Flight was delayed due to slow boarding process by etihad. Update food options and movies as well.

Extremely bad food, they never gave our bags in time, the online check-in did not let us check in because we had Indian OCI not sure why we were given the option to check in then, because we couldn’t check in online we had to go in person and we were not able to change our seats and sit with our family

The staff were wonderful but the seats weren't very comfortable for a bigger guy like me.

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

The seat was like there is no leg space....there were no proper option for food in the airline. It seemed like the airline was at brink of bankruptcy. The crew was helpful except for a few.

Boarding was efficient, had to check in cabin luggage. Seats were narrow, food was more in quantity, received cabin luggage on the luggage belt which was fine.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

KAYAK Real time status update is not accurate.the flight inbound rejected and go around.and came back and land. Delay abt 30 min.still shows ontime.track ur self if u wana real time.and cabin crew s are nicer. Aircraft is jst ok.old airplane.and in midflight ,seems have some compressor issue.airconditioning was nt work properly either.I could litarary see guests were cheking if AC is working.bt on landing it start to gv cool.which probably some one intentionaly kept .which was so bad.even breathing was bit difficult.otjer than that.for me all ok.

This leg of the trip was smoother than compared to the initial trip. Sri Lankan Airlines still have much work to do to improve the overall travel experience.

The payment system was not working so was unable to connect wifi the entire flight

The boarding call announcements versus the Staff announcements versus the digital signage board on the out-going and returning flights WERE NOT IN SYNC. I was sent through check and re-checks 3 times. WHY?

Absolutely the worst airline. Can’t find anything positive to say. We were in business which is the same as most airlines coach

everything to do with KAYAK was terrible. Your customer facing departments are utterly useless, timewasting and unhelpful.

I ordered short ribs for main course. It tasted sweet, really sweet. Horrible.

When checking our bags we were told our bags would go through our final destination. This did not happen. When boarding, after group 3 it was a free for all, everyone boards. When served lunch, I asked for anything without dairy, I was given popcorn and gummy snacks. She said she would come back with more options, she never did. Also, when traveling through London, they don’t tell you your gate number until 1 hour before flight leaves, causing everyone to run to their gate.

Full flight, but crew was great. No wifi and no seatback entertainment, so had to read...argh!

The screen didn’t work and I didn’t get the seat upgrade I paid $300 for. They were no help with that,

The crew did not really interact with me which was no problem as I was fine. I did see that they were somewhat short with some passengers but that was not common. Just in general, they did not seem friendly - no requirement to be so but I am used to a friendly crew on most flights. The food was just ok but with a flight that large, I would think it hard to make something more elaborate.

Paid $180 for seat selection, and selection essnt honored. Have to call for a refund.

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