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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to London? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.Rs60,930 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs60,930, select.
London.Rs64,357 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs64,357, select.
London.Rs65,467 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 26 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,467, select.
London.Rs82,622 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,622, select.
London.Rs82,830 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,830, select.
London.Rs82,987 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,987, select.
London.Rs83,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,003, select.
London.Rs83,003 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,003, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to London flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs65,467
Jun
from Rs60,930
Jul
from Rs64,357
Aug
from Rs82,830
Sep
from Rs83,003
Oct
from Rs83,003
Nov
from Rs82,622
Dec
from Rs82,987
Jan
from Rs96,905
Feb
from Rs94,518
Mar
from Rs94,624
Apr
from Rs99,074

Direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to London

Alternative Colombo Bandaranayake to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Colombo Bandaranayake to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Colombo to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs60,539
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to London is Rs122,744. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to London.
Air Canada and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to London.
As of May 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to London is usually May.
If you're flying from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Luton – which is 44.6 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from Rs122,744.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to London on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to London: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London.

  • London is five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo, where Bandaranaike International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with eight flights a week to pick from. You can travel from CMB to LHR at 02:20 with SriLankan Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CMB to London flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Bandaranaike International Airport to London tickets are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll disembark.

  • SriLankan Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to London.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from CMB to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • The journey from central Colombo to CMB takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a hotel close to CMB? If you're boarding an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 75.71% of flights taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to London

  • Rs60,930 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs122,744. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from CMB to London by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • October is the best month for scoring a fantastic deal on Bandaranaike International Airport to London tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CMB to London.

  • Save money on your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 55 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

  • Book a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from CMB to London.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • After your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your CMB to London flight, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • Find a hotel near STN and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late CMB to London flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays are all about convenience:

  • Begin your journey without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.

  • About four weeks ahead of your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London is a good time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.

Best time to go to London

  • Visit London during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • When booking your Bandaranaike International Airport to London flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CMB to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.

More about London

  • Once you've booked your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've seen London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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