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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to London Stansted flights are currently cheapest in October.

Colombo to London Stansted: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Stansted.

Colombo to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs78,246
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to London Stansted is Rs129,311. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo to London Stansted. But we found flights with one stop from Rs129,311.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Colombo to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to London Stansted is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to London Stansted Airport on Saturday, 27 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and London Stansted Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Stansted 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to London Stansted is Air Arabia Abu Dhabi .

Travelling from Colombo to Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Stansted Airport (STN) out of here.

  • London is five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Stansted Airport is located in London, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Your flight from Colombo to STN won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Travelling from central Colombo to RML takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Colombo to Stansted Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Colombo Ratmalana Airport:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Colombo to Stansted Airport. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one of the options between Bandaranaike International Airport and STN.

  • You can arrive at CMB from the centre of Colombo in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to STN flight:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.

About Stansted Airport (STN)

Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes around 1 hour or so to get to the city by car.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Stansted Airport is Rs78,246. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs129,311. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to STN, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Colombo to Stansted Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Colombo to STN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Colombo to Stansted Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • August is when most people book flights from Colombo to Stansted Airport (STN). Plan your visit to London in April if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Lock in a Colombo to STN flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Stansted Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Colombo to Stansted Airport:

  • Your visit to London wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 193 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.

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