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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,765. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.R 5,687 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,687, select.

Colombo.R 5,866 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,866, select.

Colombo.R 6,245 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,245, select.

Colombo.R 6,463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,463, select.

Colombo.R 6,476 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,476, select.

Colombo.R 6,656 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,656, select.

Colombo.R 6,702 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 May.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,702, select.

Colombo.R 6,705 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,705, select.

Colombo.R 7,256 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,256, select.

Colombo.R 7,629 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jun.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,629, select.

Colombo.R 8,184 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,184, select.

Colombo.R 8,613 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 19 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,613, select.

Colombo.R 8,979 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 1 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,979, select.

Colombo.R 9,256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,256, select.

Colombo.R 9,350 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,350, select.

Colombo.R 9,411 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,411, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake

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

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London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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

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London to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 5,687
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	10 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	17

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

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake is R 10,379. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake?

10 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake?

Air Canada and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake?

As of September 2026, there are 17 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Colombo Bandaranayake?

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 Colombo Bandaranayake 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake with?

Currently, Gulf Air and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know

Around 10 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Choose from eight weekly London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flights. The 12:35 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest you can take. SriLankan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Leave enough time to make your LHR to CMB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
SriLankan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Colombo (and maybe even some other great corners of Sri Lanka!). Browse the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SriLankan Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for LHR to CMB flights is SriLankan Airlines.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and CMB:
- Mumbai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Zayed International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight is R 5,687. A return ticket is currently R 10,379. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to CMB, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to CMB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:

Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

Consider staying in a hotel near CMB if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport about two weeks in advance.

Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to the centre of Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to CMB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.