NZ$785 Cheap Flights London to Colombo (LHR-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.

Gulf Air
Thu, 2 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,221 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,221
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, 2 Oct from London to Colombo, returning Tue, 7 Oct, priced at NZ$1,221 found 2 days ago
Gulf Air
Tue, 7 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,267 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,267
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, 7 Oct from London to Colombo, returning Fri, 10 Oct, priced at NZ$1,267 found 2 days ago
Air India
Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 17 Dec
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,273 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$1,273
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, 26 Nov from London to Colombo, returning Wed, 17 Dec, priced at NZ$1,273 found 3 days ago
Gulf Air
Thu, 2 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,276 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,276
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, 2 Oct from London to Colombo, returning Fri, 10 Oct, priced at NZ$1,276 found 2 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, 13 Oct - Thu, 20 Nov
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,437 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,437
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, 13 Oct from London to Colombo, returning Thu, 20 Nov, priced at NZ$1,437 found 1 day ago
Sri Lankan Airlines
Sun, 5 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,505 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,505
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Sri Lankan Airlines flight, departing Sun, 5 Oct from London to Colombo, returning Tue, 7 Oct, priced at NZ$1,505 found 2 days ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,573 Return, found 2 hours ago
NZ$1,573
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, 14 Nov from London to Colombo, returning Sun, 30 Nov, priced at NZ$1,573 found 2 hours ago
British Airways
Thu, 13 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,573 Return, found 2 hours ago
NZ$1,573
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 13 Nov from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 29 Nov, priced at NZ$1,573 found 2 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Fri, 5 Dec - Sat, 27 Dec
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,603 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,603
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 27 Dec, priced at NZ$1,603 found 5 days ago
Lufthansa
Fri, 5 Dec - Sat, 27 Dec
LHR
London
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,609 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,609
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from London to Colombo, returning Sat, 27 Dec, priced at NZ$1,609 found 5 days ago

Alternative airports near Colombo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Katunayake CMB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 28 minutes. Flights from NZ$1,432
CMB
Katunayake
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from NZ$1,432
Flight from London to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines
Return price
NZ$1,220
Distance
8664 km
Average flight time
9 hours 45 mins

Perfect flights from London to Colombo

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Our flexible Heathrow to Bandaranaike Intl. ticket options cater to your travel preferences, with incredible one-way fares from NZ$785 and roundtrip prices from NZ$1,221. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer adventure, our dynamic pricing ensures that you find the best deals for your journey.
 
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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 NZ$1,221. 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.

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