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Cheapest return flight
£614
Typical prices: £769-£1,030
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/2Sat 10/3
NCL - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£284
Typical prices: £374-£510
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/12
NCL - CMB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Newcastle upon Tyne and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £849 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo (NCL-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo

Thu, 25 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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08:45 - 08:10NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
41h 55m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:00 - 08:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
33h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin
£614Multiple Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Sun, 14 Mar
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09:05 - 20:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 10m3 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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02:40 - 22:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
25h 45m3 stops Sharjah Frankfurt am Main Amsterdam Schiphol
£677Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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09:55 - 13:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m2 stops Václav Havel Prague Sharjah
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02:40 - 08:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
35h 35m3 stops Sharjah Krakow J. Paul II Balice Amsterdam Schiphol
£683Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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16:35 - 16:30NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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11:15 - 11:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
30h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£704British Airways
Fri, 8 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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06:00 - 13:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 15m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Václav Havel Prague Sharjah
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02:40 - 08:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
35h 35m3 stops Sharjah Krakow J. Paul II Balice Amsterdam Schiphol
£706Multiple Airlines
Thu, 25 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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13:15 - 08:20NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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02:40 - 11:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
14h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
£707Emirates
Thu, 21 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
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13:40 - 16:30NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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11:15 - 15:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
34h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£736British Airways
Thu, 7 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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16:35 - 09:45NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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20:50 - 12:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
21h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£766British Airways
Thu, 25 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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13:15 - 21:55NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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09:55 - 11:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
30h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£839Emirates
Thu, 25 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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13:15 - 18:25NCL  Newcastle upon Tyne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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09:55 - 11:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NCL Newcastle upon Tyne
30h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£839Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £666 return.
•December (£1,170) and February (£1,129) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

£284
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 5,475 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £769 to £1,030, with an average of £877 over the past 12 months. Anything below £769 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £877 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 £614 to £5,473. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £415.

  • 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Newcastle upon Tyne (NCL) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 92% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £766 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £984, a difference of £218.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 57m, compared to 18h 58m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Newcastle upon Tyne and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Your guide to booking Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average £766, about £218 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newcastle upon Tyne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average £666 return in that month – typically £505 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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