Cheap flights from London to Colombo from £152

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06:00 - 20:40STN-CMB
33h 10m3 stops
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21:20 - 14:35CMB-STN
22h 45m2 stops
Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
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00:20 - 08:30STN-CMB
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Thu, 4 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
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06:00 - 20:40STN-CMB
33h 10m3 stops
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21:20 - 14:35CMB-STN
22h 45m2 stops
Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 16 Dec
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13:55 - 20:20LHR-CMB
24h 55m1 stop
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16:40 - 14:30CMB-LHR
27h 20m1 stop
£498Etihad Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
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14:45 - 02:50LHR-CMB
31h 35m1 stop
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04:00 - 14:30CMB-LHR
16h 00m1 stop
£499Etihad Airways
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Sun, 5 Oct - Tue, 18 Nov
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21:05 - 08:40LHR-CMB
31h 05m1 stop
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16:00 - 10:15CMB-LHR
22h 45m1 stop
£512Air India
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13:15 - 07:20LHR-CMB
13h 35m1 stop
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08:20 - 20:00CMB-LHR
16h 10m1 stop
£513Air India
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Gulf Air Logo
22:05 - 09:30LHR-CMB
30h 55m1 stop
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17:00 - 14:45CMB-LHR
27h 15m1 stop
£528Gulf Air
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Sun, 31 Aug - Wed, 25 Feb
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19:10 - 11:25LCY-CMB
34h 45m1 stop
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11:45 - 12:50CMB-LCY
30h 35m1 stop
£593SWISS
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Thu, 27 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
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17:45 - 11:25LCY-CMB
12h 10m1 stop
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13:05 - 12:40CMB-LCY
29h 05m1 stop
£593SWISS
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Etihad Airways flights from London to Colombo

Our best Etihad Airways deals on London to Colombo flight tickets
Etihad Airways
3 Nov
LHR13:55London Heathrow
24h 55m
1 stop
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
2 Dec
CMB16:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 20m
1 stop
LHR14:30London Heathrow
Etihad Airways
5 Oct
LHR14:45London Heathrow
31h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Nov
CMB04:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 00m
1 stop
LHR14:30London Heathrow
Etihad Airways
23 Sept
LHR14:45London Heathrow
13h 15m
1 stop
CMB08:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
7 Oct
CMB21:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
LHR15:15London Heathrow

Air India flights from London to Colombo

Our best Air India deals on London to Colombo flight tickets
Air India
1 Sept
LHR21:05London Heathrow
31h 05m
1 stop
CMB08:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Sept
CMB16:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 45m
1 stop
LHR10:15London Heathrow
Air India
8 Sept
LHR13:15London Heathrow
13h 35m
1 stop
CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Sept
CMB08:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 10m
1 stop
LHR20:00London Heathrow
Air India
11 Sept
LHR21:05London Heathrow
13h 25m
1 stop
CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23 Sept
CMB08:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 10m
1 stop
LHR19:00London Heathrow

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STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Tue 2/12

06:00-20:40

3 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/12

21:20-14:35

2 stops22h 45m

£414

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Thu 4/9

00:20-08:30

3 stops27h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/9

03:50-11:10

3 stops35h 50m

£416

LondonColombo

STN - CMB

STNCMB

London Stansted

Tue 2/12

06:00-20:40

3 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/12

21:20-14:35

2 stops22h 45m

£420

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

13:55-20:20

1 stop24h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/12

16:40-14:30

1 stop27h 20m

£498

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sun 5/10

14:45-02:50

1 stop31h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/11

04:00-14:30

1 stop16h 00m

£499

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

21:05-08:40

1 stop31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/9

16:00-10:15

1 stop22h 45m

£512

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 8/9

13:15-07:20

1 stop13h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/9

08:20-20:00

1 stop16h 10m

£513

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sun 31/8

22:05-09:30

1 stop30h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/2

17:00-14:45

1 stop27h 15m

£528

LondonColombo

LCY - CMB

LCYCMB

London City

Thu 27/11

19:10-11:25

1 stop34h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/12

11:45-12:50

1 stop30h 35m

£593

LondonColombo

LCY - CMB

LCYCMB

London City

Fri 21/11

17:45-11:25

1 stop12h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/12

13:05-12:40

1 stop29h 05m

£593

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from London is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around £604, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from London averaging around £632.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Colombo from London is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as £695. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from London because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £777.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest London to Colombo flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Colombo in the evening for as low as £719. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £745. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest London to Colombo flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around £720 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from London for as low as £634 on momondo.

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Best price found

£152

Fastest flight time

12h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Colombo from London in the past 72 hours is £152. The best return flight deal from London to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £414.
The fastest flight from London to Colombo takes 12h 10m
Direct flights go from London to Colombo every day.
There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

  • How far is London to Colombo by plane?

    The distance between London and Colombo is about 5409.2 mi. Typically, this will take 12h 10m by plane in normal conditions.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from London to Colombo?

    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 London to Colombo.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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7.4
1,228 reviews
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7.4
626 reviews
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6.8
478 reviews
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5.5
2,927 reviews
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7.1
203 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom £517Free CancellationRating
7.3
91 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £532Free CancellationRating
7.2
158 reviews
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7.4
3,609 reviews
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7.3
3,925 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom £587Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,683 reviews
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