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

Flights from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Leeds/Bradford (LBA) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £704 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,453, a difference of £749. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Leeds 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.

Have flight prices from Leeds 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 £677 to £1,521. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of Leeds (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • Ace • AcaRent • Xdrive Mobility • SR RENT A CAR

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Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

06:55 - 13:45LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 20m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Sharjah

21:25 - 17:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£677Multiple Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan

08:30 - 20:15LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

54h 15m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

04:00 - 08:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

33h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin

£702Multiple Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

06:00 - 13:45LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 15m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Warsaw Frederic Chopin Sharjah

21:25 - 17:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£762Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

06:00 - 14:50LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

17:20 - 17:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£985Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

17:35 - 00:45LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 40m2 stops Bucharest Otopeni Intl Dubai Intl

17:20 - 17:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£1,009Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

20:05 - 03:05LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 30m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

03:35 - 15:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£1,052Qatar Airways

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan

06:00 - 14:50LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:25 - 21:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£1,078Multiple Airlines

Fri, 8 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan

20:35 - 01:55LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 50m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

04:15 - 20:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

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£1,084Multiple Airlines

Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 5 Jan

20:35 - 02:45LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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19:30 - 15:15CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

25h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin

£1,131Qatar Airways

Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan

20:35 - 16:30LBA Leeds/Bradford-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

38h 25m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl

19:30 - 15:15CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-LBA Leeds/Bradford

25h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin

£1,144Qatar Airways

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Qatar Airways (£1,052) offered the cheapest return ticket from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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When to book flights from Leeds to Bandaranaike Intl

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Which airports can I use when flying from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Flights from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Leeds/Bradford (LBA) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £704 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,453, a difference of £749. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Leeds 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.
Have flight prices from Leeds 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 £677 to £1,521. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Leeds and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of Leeds (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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 starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:
• GREEN MOTION
• Ace
• AcaRent
• Xdrive Mobility
• SR RENT A CAR

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £704 – about £749 less than Thursday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Leeds to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £704 return in that month – typically £745 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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