How long is the flight from England to Sri Lanka?

The flight from England to Sri Lanka depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from London (a popular airport in England) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Sri Lanka), then the flight time is 11h 18m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in England) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 13h 10m.

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka from England according to our data. SriLankan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sri Lanka. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from England to Sri Lanka on average per day?

As of August 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from England to Sri Lanka. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from England to Sri Lanka?

Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from England to Sri Lanka

How many flights depart from England to Sri Lanka on average per week?

The number of flights available between England and Sri Lanka is 14 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Sri Lanka?

Prices for flights from England to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Sri Lanka?

As of August 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly from England to Sri Lanka?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The required travel and health documents for your Sri Lanka trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sri Lanka. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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18:55 - 14:15

NCL

CMB

38h 50m

3 stops

05:20 - 08:30

CMB

NCL

31h 40m

2 stops

£569Multiple Airlines

Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep

13:35 - 03:50

EDI

CMB

33h 45m

3 stops

21:30 - 23:40

CMB

EDI

30h 40m

3 stops

£572Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

10:35 - 09:45

LGW

CMB

17h 40m

2 stops

16:55 - 06:30

CMB

LGW

19h 05m

2 stops

£591Gulf Air

Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan

10:35 - 09:45

LGW

CMB

17h 40m

2 stops

16:55 - 06:30

CMB

LGW

19h 05m

2 stops

£591Gulf Air

Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

21:45 - 20:35

LHR

CMB

18h 20m

1 stop

21:50 - 12:45

CMB

LHR

19h 25m

1 stop

£591Etihad Airways

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

20:45 - 20:35

LHR

CMB

19h 20m

1 stop

04:10 - 12:45

CMB

LHR

13h 05m

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£591Etihad Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

10:55 - 05:55

STN

CMB

13h 30m

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07:25 - 16:20

CMB

STN

14h 25m

1 stop

£591Turkish Airlines

Sun, 3 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan

16:35 - 03:45

LGW

CMB

29h 40m

1 stop

04:35 - 07:45

CMB

LGW

32h 40m

1 stop

£592Air Arabia

Sun, 24 Jan - Sat, 13 Feb

12:45 - 13:55

LGW

CMB

19h 40m

1 stop

14:45 - 07:45

CMB

LGW

22h 30m

1 stop

£592Air Arabia

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

10:55 - 05:55

STN

CMB

13h 30m

1 stop

07:25 - 16:20

CMB

STN

14h 25m

1 stop

£598Turkish Airlines

Sun, 3 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan

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Air Arabia

1 Sept

LGW19:35London Gatwick

26h 15m

1 stop

CMB02:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

8 Sept

CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 45m

1 stop

LGW18:35London Gatwick

£594

Air Arabia

12 Aug

LGW19:35London Gatwick

26h 15m

1 stop

CMB02:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

7 Sept

CMB05:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

LGW08:45London Gatwick

£595

Air Arabia

2 Dec

LGW16:35London Gatwick

15h 50m

1 stop

CMB13:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16 Dec

CMB03:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

LGW15:35London Gatwick

£596

Etihad Airways flights from England to Sri Lanka

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Etihad Airways

4 Sept

LHR20:45London Heathrow

25h 45m

1 stop

CMB03:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15 Sept

CMB10:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

LHR12:45London Heathrow

£601

Etihad Airways

10 Sept

LHR21:45London Heathrow

18h 20m

1 stop

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

30 Sept

CMB04:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 05m

1 stop

LHR12:45London Heathrow

£601

Etihad Airways

1 Sept

LHR21:45London Heathrow

24h 45m

1 stop

CMB03:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

4 Oct

CMB04:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 25m

1 stop

LHR15:05London Heathrow

£606

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18:55-14:15

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05:20-08:30

2 stops31h 40m

£569

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EDI - CMB

EDICMB

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Wed 9/9

13:35-03:50

3 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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21:30-23:40

3 stops30h 40m

£572

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LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

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10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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16:55-06:30

2 stops19h 05m

£591

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10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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16:55-06:30

2 stops19h 05m

£591

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21:45-20:35

1 stop18h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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21:50-12:45

1 stop19h 25m

£591

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LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

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20:45-20:35

1 stop19h 20m

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04:10-12:45

1 stop13h 05m

£591

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STN - CMB

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Sun 3/1

10:55-05:55

1 stop13h 30m

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07:25-16:20

1 stop14h 25m

£591

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LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 24/1

16:35-03:45

1 stop29h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/2

04:35-07:45

1 stop32h 40m

£592

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 23/11

12:45-13:55

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/11

14:45-07:45

1 stop22h 30m

£592

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Sun 3/1

10:55-05:55

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/1

07:25-16:20

1 stop14h 25m

£598

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from England, with most prices found around £608. If you aren’t able to travel to Sri Lanka during the month of September, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £613.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Sri Lanka. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £753. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Sri Lanka on Friday is £833.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Sri Lanka is in the morning. Flights from England to Sri Lanka during this time can be as low as £763. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £1,160 on average. Flights to Sri Lanka from England in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest England to Sri Lanka flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sri Lanka from England when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sri Lanka for around £710 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sri Lanka from England for as low as £648 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on England to Sri Lanka flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on England to Sri Lanka flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on England to Sri Lanka flights?

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Best price found	£411
Fastest flight time	10h 00m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in Sri Lanka	32 airports

The best one-way flight to Sri Lanka from England in the past 72 hours is £411. The best return flight deal from England to Sri Lanka found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £565.

The fastest flight from England to Sri Lanka takes 10h 00m

Direct flights go from England to Sri Lanka on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is SriLankan Airlines..

There are 32 airports in Sri Lanka. From England there are direct flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from England to Sri Lanka

When did momondo last update prices for flights from England to Sri Lanka?
Prices for flights from England to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from England to Sri Lanka?
As of August 2026, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights from England to Sri Lanka.
How old do you have to be to fly from England to Sri Lanka?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from England to Sri Lanka.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?
The required travel and health documents for your Sri Lanka trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sri Lanka. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from England to Sri Lanka?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from England to Sri Lanka is Airbus A330-300, representing 88.44% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 11.05%, Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 0.18%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 0.11%.

Best airlines flying from England to Sri Lanka

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,498 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom £274	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom £312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 349 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom £330	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 691 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air India	PriceFrom £399	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,953 reviews	Search Air India flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom £419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 239 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,025 reviews	Search SWISS flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £486	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,145 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,465 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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