How many flights depart from Colombo to London on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Colombo to London. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00, with 77% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Colombo to London?

Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo to London

Which airlines fly to London?

British Airways, Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Colombo according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Colombo to London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Colombo and London is 18 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How often are flights from Colombo to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Colombo and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to London flights?

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to London?

Prices for flights from Colombo to London are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to London?

As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to London.

How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to London?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$541 Cheap Flights from Colombo to London in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and London?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,277 to $1,709. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,102.

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16:20 - 06:40

CMB

LHR

19h 50m1 stop

13:55 - 20:15

LHR

CMB

24h 50m1 stop

$1,102Etihad Airways

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

04:00 - 14:30

CMB

LHR

16h 00m1 stop

21:45 - 20:35

LHR

CMB

18h 20m1 stop

$1,104Etihad Airways

Tue, 24 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

09:50 - 18:10

CMB

LHR

13h 50m1 stop

21:45 - 14:55

LHR

CMB

12h 40m1 stop

$1,111Etihad Airways

Wed, 25 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

04:00 - 18:10

CMB

LHR

19h 40m1 stop

14:45 - 20:35

LHR

CMB

25h 20m1 stop

$1,118Etihad Airways

Wed, 25 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr

04:00 - 06:40

CMB

LHR

32h 10m1 stop

20:55 - 20:15

LHR

CMB

17h 50m1 stop

$1,162Etihad Airways

Mon, 16 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

16:20 - 06:40

CMB

LHR

19h 50m1 stop

21:45 - 14:55

LHR

CMB

12h 40m1 stop

$1,184Etihad Airways

Thu, 26 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr

16:20 - 06:40

CMB

LHR

19h 50m1 stop

14:45 - 03:00

LHR

CMB

31h 45m1 stop

$1,193Etihad Airways

Thu, 26 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr

04:00 - 14:30

CMB

LHR

16h 00m1 stop

13:55 - 08:15

LHR

CMB

12h 50m1 stop

$1,219Etihad Airways

Sun, 1 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

16:00 - 11:05

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LHR

24h 35m1 stop

20:30 - 15:00

LHR

CMB

13h 00m1 stop

$1,226Air India

Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

15:55 - 06:35

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LHR

20h 10m2 stops

22:05 - 09:30

LHR

CMB

30h 55m2 stops

$1,256Gulf Air

Fri, 27 Mar - Sat, 11 Apr

Emirates flights from Colombo to London

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Emirates

16 Feb

CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

LHR18:20London Heathrow

5 Mar

LHR21:20London Heathrow

15h 35m

2 stops

CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,320

Emirates

16 Feb

CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

LHR18:20London Heathrow

28 Feb

LHR09:10London Heathrow

19h 35m

2 stops

CMB10:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,335

Emirates

26 Mar

CMB02:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

LHR20:00London Heathrow

13 Apr

LHR19:50London Heathrow

16h 30m

1 stop

CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,347

Etihad Airways flights from Colombo to London

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Etihad Airways

3 Mar

CMB16:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

19h 50m

1 stop

LHR06:40London Heathrow

18 Mar

LHR13:55London Heathrow

24h 50m

1 stop

CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,102

Etihad Airways

24 Mar

CMB04:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 00m

1 stop

LHR14:30London Heathrow

9 Apr

LHR21:45London Heathrow

18h 20m

1 stop

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,104

Etihad Airways

25 Mar

CMB09:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 50m

1 stop

LHR18:10London Heathrow

13 Apr

LHR20:50London Heathrow

13h 35m

1 stop

CMB14:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,111

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Tue 3/3

16:20-06:40

1 stop19h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

13:55-20:15

1 stop24h 50m

$1,102

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CMB - LHR

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/3

04:00-14:30

1 stop16h 00m

London Heathrow

Thu 9/4

21:45-20:35

1 stop18h 20m

$1,104

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

09:50-18:10

1 stop13h 50m

London Heathrow

Sat 11/4

21:45-14:55

1 stop12h 40m

$1,111

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

04:00-18:10

1 stop19h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 7/4

14:45-20:35

1 stop25h 20m

$1,118

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CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/2

04:00-06:40

1 stop32h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

20:55-20:15

1 stop17h 50m

$1,162

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

16:20-06:40

1 stop19h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 12/4

21:45-14:55

1 stop12h 40m

$1,184

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

16:20-06:40

1 stop19h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 7/4

14:45-03:00

1 stop31h 45m

$1,193

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/3

04:00-14:30

1 stop16h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/3

13:55-08:15

1 stop12h 50m

$1,219

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/2

16:00-11:05

1 stop24h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

20:30-15:00

1 stop13h 00m

$1,226

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/3

15:55-06:35

2 stops20h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 11/4

22:05-09:30

2 stops30h 55m

$1,256

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and London?

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to London from Colombo during March instead. Flights to London in March, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,269.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,935. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Colombo to London for around $1,952.

What is the cheapest Colombo to London flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Colombo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $1,463 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Colombo for as low as $1,211 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Colombo to London flights?

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Fastest flight time	11h 45m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed and Sat
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The fastest flight from Colombo to London takes 11h 45m

Direct flights go from Colombo to London on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 6 airports in London. From Colombo there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR).

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How far is Colombo to London by plane?
The straight-line distance from Colombo to London is 8705.3 km. Typically, this will take 11h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to London?
Prices for flights from Colombo to London are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to London?
As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to London.
How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to London?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,026	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,365 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,142	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,665 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,155	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,702 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,524	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 78 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to London from Colombo during March instead. Flights to London in March, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $1,269.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,935. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Colombo to London for around $1,952.

What is the cheapest Colombo to London flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

What cabin class options are available on Colombo to London flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Colombo to London?

Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo to London

Which airlines fly to London?

How often are flights from Colombo to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Colombo and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to London flights?

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Colombo to London on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Colombo to London. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00, with 77% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Colombo to London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Colombo and London is 18 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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