Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Etihad Airways
Mon, 18 May - Mon, 25 May
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,061 Return, found 11 hours ago
AU$1,061
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, 18 May from London to Colombo, returning Mon, 25 May, priced at AU$1,061 found 11 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,064 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,064
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, 25 Apr from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 2 May, priced at AU$1,064 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Wed, 15 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,071 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$1,071
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Wed, 15 Apr from London to Colombo, returning Thu, 23 Apr, priced at AU$1,071 found 1 hour ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, 15 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,142 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$1,142
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, 15 Apr from London to Colombo, returning Thu, 23 Apr, priced at AU$1,142 found 1 hour ago
Gulf Air
Mon, 1 June - Sun, 14 June
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,169 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$1,169
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Mon, 1 June from London to Colombo, returning Sun, 14 June, priced at AU$1,169 found 2 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, 29 Sept - Tue, 13 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,178 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$1,178
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, 29 Sept from London to Colombo, returning Tue, 13 Oct, priced at AU$1,178 found 5 hours ago
Air India
Tue, 9 June - Sun, 5 July
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,191 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$1,191
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Tue, 9 June from London to Colombo, returning Sun, 5 July, priced at AU$1,191 found 6 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, 6 June - Sat, 13 June
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,326 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,326
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, 6 June from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 13 June, priced at AU$1,326 found 5 days ago
Emirates
Wed, 30 Sept - Tue, 13 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,579 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$1,579
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, 30 Sept from London to Colombo, returning Tue, 13 Oct, priced at AU$1,579 found 5 hours ago
Kuwait Airways
Sat, 26 Sept - Sat, 3 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,587 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,587
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Kuwait Airways flight, departing Sat, 26 Sept from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 3 Oct, priced at AU$1,587 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$1,059 - AU$1,177 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LHR to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip journeys between LHR and Colombo International Airport start from AU$1,061. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can move quickly, so book now to score the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from LHR to Colombo International Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but every air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, check out our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Heathrow Airport to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Heathrow Airport to CMB flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from London Heathrow to Colombo International Airport?
The distance is around 8 700 kilometres. Travel pillow? Check. Noise-cancelling headphones? Double check. You'd be wise to pack all the travel comforts for this long-haul Hounslow to Seeduwa - Katunayake flight.
Which airlines fly direct from LHR to Colombo International Airport?
Flying directly from LHR to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) is easy with SriLankan Airlines (UL). This popular airline operates 39 flights every month.
Are London Heathrow to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from LHR to Colombo International Airport can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd prefer to play it safe and start planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just remember that not all airlines issue their prices that far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

Travel information

Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Air India, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, IndiGo, KLM, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$1,061
Distance
8664 km
Average flight time
9 hours 45 mins

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