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Cheapest time to fly from Colombo to London

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Distance: 8,712 km

Colombo airports

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 km

London airports

Gatwick Airport (LGW)How far from city centre: 40 km

Heathrow Airport (LHR)How far from city centre: 23 km

London Stansted Airport (STN)How far from city centre: 49 km

London Luton Airport (LTN)How far from city centre: 44 km

London City Airport (LCY)How far from city centre: 12 km

Book your flight from Colombo to London

Find direct and indirect flights from Colombo to London (United Kingdom) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €263, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from Colombo to London takes around 12 h and 10 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Colombo and London

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

Departure airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Arrival airport: Gatwick Airport (LGW)

How to save when flying from Colombo to London

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Colombo to London:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in London. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to London

On average, what is the price of a Colombo to London flight?

When flying from Colombo to London the average price will be €520. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.

For flights from Colombo to London, how can I find the cheapest price?

On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Colombo and London. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.

When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Colombo to London flights?

The most popular month for flights from Colombo to London are: March, February and December.

When is the best time to travel from Colombo to London?

A good period of the year to visit London from Colombo really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, March is the best month to fly to London from Colombo, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by April and January. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds October, November and May are the months with fewer searches for the route Colombo - London.

What is the duration of a flight from Colombo to London?

Flight time, on average, from Colombo to London is usually 15 h and 20 m on average, at an average distance of 8,711.92 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Colombo and London?

The most common route form Colombo to London is: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Gatwick Airport(LHR). These airlines fly this route:

What airlines fly from Colombo to London?

Airlines that have direct flight routes from Colombo to London are:

British Airways.

Etihad Airways

Emirates
Air Arabia

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