£305 Find Cheap Flights from London to Sri Lanka

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Book Cheap London to Sri Lanka Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Sri Lanka that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Sri Lanka

Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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CMB
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LTN
37h 40m
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£543Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
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22:15 - 14:45
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46h 00m
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£544Multiple Airlines
Fri, 10 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
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19h 05m
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£544Air Arabia
Sat, 21 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar
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16:00 - 11:05
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24h 35m
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£545Air India
Fri, 27 Feb - Wed, 25 Mar
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£545Air India
Tue, 5 May - Tue, 19 May
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£545Air Arabia
Fri, 27 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
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£546IndiGo
Wed, 25 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar
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30h 25m
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16:55 - 06:35
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19h 10m
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£547Gulf Air
Wed, 11 Mar - Thu, 14 May
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£548Turkish Airlines
Wed, 25 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
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£550Gulf Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Sri Lanka flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Sri Lanka to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest London to Sri Lanka flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Sri Lanka from London found in the last 72 hours was to Colombo, at £613 return. The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £613.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Sri Lanka?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £632, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Sri Lanka?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Sri Lanka, 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 London to Sri Lanka is September, when tickets cost £577 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of return tickets is £980 and £925 respectively.

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

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

When flying from London to Sri Lanka, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to London, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Sri Lanka?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Sri Lanka, 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 a flight from London to Sri Lanka, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Sri Lanka

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£305
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Stansted Airport to Colombo

FAQs - booking Sri Lanka flights

  • Can I fly directly from London to Sri Lanka?

    SriLankan Airlines flies directly from London to Sri Lanka daily. These flights leave in the mid evening from Heathrow Airport and land at Colombo International Airport after an overnight flight of about 10h 45min. The fastest one-stop flight is on Qatar Airways, which flies between the same airports, stopping in Doha on the way, taking about 12h 30min.

  • How do I get from Colombo Airport to the city centre?

    Colombo Airport is some way outside the centre of Colombo. You can even catch a 15min Cinnamon Air single-prop Cessna flight there, but that’s probably overkill. Instead, board a Sri Lanka Transport Board bus that leaves every 30min from Katunayake Airport Bus Station, taking about 45min to central Colombo. Otherwise it’s about a 25min drive.

  • What other towns or cities can I reach from Colombo?

    Colombo is roughly in the middle of Sri Lanka’s east coast. To explore more of the island, you can travel inland to Kandy, another of the country’s main cities, pretty much in the centre of the island. To the south, you can visit Galle and Matale, both coastal resorts. Towns worth visiting on the west coast of Sri Lanka include Batticaloa and Kalmunai.

  • Are there child seat laws in Sri Lanka?

    There aren’t any official laws regarding child seats in Sri Lanka, but the government together with private road safety organisations has a strong public safety initiative encouraging people to use them. It can sometimes be difficult to get a child seat on short notice if you hire a car on arrival, so it’s best to book one in advance.

  • Will I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?

    As a UK citizen, you won’t need a visa to enter Sri Lanka, but you will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). It’s best to apply for this online before you leave to avoid unforeseen delays on arrival. The ETA allows you to enter Sri Lanka twice, for up to 30 days in total.

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

    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 London to Sri Lanka.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from London to Sri Lanka 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 London to Sri Lanka?

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

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

    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 from London to Sri Lanka up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Sri Lanka?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Sri Lanka is generally at night, when retur flights cost £696 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Sri Lanka is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £731.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Sri Lanka

  • You can leave from Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Gatwick Airport (LGW), depending on whether you’re closer to the west or south of the Greater London Metropolitan area.
  • To reduce your carbon emissions on your flight to Sri Lanka, opt for the three-stop flight from Gatwick, flying on a combination of easyJet, Turkish Airlines and Oman Air.
  • If you’re waiting for an onward flight at Heathrow, you can hire a sleeping cabin at the airport to catch up on some shut-eye before boarding your next plane.
  • After your long flight, you can enjoy a recuperative massage in the airport spa and salon when you arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), for a small fee .
  • Colombo Airport is the home base for SriLankan Airlines, so if you fly on this carrier, you get access to Serendiva Lounge at Colombo Airport, with premium food and drink, showers and spa services.
  • The Pinnawalla Elephant Sanctuary is one of the most significant of Sri Lanka’s natural attractions. You can reach it in about 1h 30min by hire car or taxi, or on a Sri Lankan Railways train.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from London to Sri Lanka

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Sri Lanka? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3729 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.3Food
7.4Entertainment
7.9Crew
7.5Boarding
Airline reviews

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Jan 2026
DOH - JFK
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The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

I always fly with Qatar air and you are the best. Keep up the good wor, after travelling with Qatar Air More than 80 times, you never offer to upgrade me.but it happened to my friend companion some time. Any how i still enjoying travelling with Qatar air and wait one day to upgrade me too. Best Regards

Initial booking was confusing and had to get new CC issued.

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

Indigo airlines is terrible. Staff is awful and so disorganized. They are so rude and unhelpful. I will never travel on Indigo airlines again!!!!!

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

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

I’ve flown with Qatar multiple times and the service has always been great. Very professional, organized, the food is delicious and plentiful, tons of entertainment.

It was ok, not much more can be said, as long as airlines/aircraft manufacturers insist on cramming in as many seats as possible....best of a bad situations, seats are simply too uncomfortable to sit in for more than a few hours. Lack of flexible headrests not a help on long overnight flights either.

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Etihad Check In counter/Station manager in Heathrow was bothering and not helpful at all. They are rude and not customer oriented

It was an old plane with seats not comfortable and with little space for the legs. I must say that the previous flight I had was amazing on a very comfortable new plane

I didn’t have a flight because it was a fraud and you allow it. Illl never use Kayak again!!!

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

1 hour flight. No complaints. Some drinks would have been nice.

Very poor. The flight was delayed for over an hour. Also, our baggage, including that of many passengers, approimately 180 bags did not arrive, and we are yet to receive it.

Poor, They have damaged my luggage and I have filed a claim at Colombo airport. They promised I will be in touch by the team within next 2 days but there is no One contacted me at all after 1 week. I then follow up again and received an email acknowledging my claim and claimed that they will reply in 12 days on investigation. Again, no response at all after that… Very disappointing…

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

It’s the old style plane with the old Ying Yang seats doesn’t compare to other airlines with newer planes.

I was unable to board this flight because of visa changes that I was not alerted about and I’ve been unable to contact Kayak to obtain a refund / credit anything.

My touch screen at my seat wasn't working, the films BA advertised on the website for this flight were not available, and the plane was a little dated, food was good and the staff were good, just let down by the aircraft facilities.

Did not like the seating configuration at all with 2+3+2 in business class. Lacking total privacy and comfort

Check-in experience, for business call please provide a premium experience

Lost my luggage, ran out of food choices in business class, ground crew was completely unapologetic.

Excellent. The crew and flight were great. Checking in was easy and everyone was very helpful.

Late. And service was very slow - passengers sat for well over an hour with dirty trays etc surrounding them

Entertainment devices on A380 need to be fixed, the seats might do with updates.

I like everything about British Airways. Excellence. Perfect. Exquisite service.

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Very old aircraft. Business class seats don’t work right. No way to get out my tray table. Crew didn’t seem surprised about the aircraft and didn’t have any real answers. Old 777 seems to not have been updated ever.

Flight has no entertainment. Crew doesn't care atall. Horrible service and never going to take Air india and will spread their Horrible service.

Poor entertainment. Charging station was broken, not clean washrooms, 6hrs delay , no apologies given

The boarding experience was very organized and easy to follow. The flight was pleasant and the food provided was also very good. Both Delhi and Mumbai airport have metro connections which make getting around much easier.

Aircraft condition poor, no inflight entertainment, broken seats, seats worn, split armrests, flat seat cushions and seat would recline. Aircraft needs refitting completely!

Food, choice of menu and quantity were poor. Crew services were even poorer, not attending call bittons

Undisputed leader in sky for Indians. Very good crew right from ground to mid sky. Very sumptuous meals twice

Bad seats. Broken entertainment system. Charging port not working. Seats were broken worn out. Crew was amazing. They helped as much as they could.

Why should I rate entertainment if I’ve not used? You don’t have NA - Not Applicable option.

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