Colombo

$409+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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LHR — CMB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$763
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$409
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$847

Good round-trip deal

$875 or less

Good one-way deal

$710 or less
From London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
One-way flight from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1510:05 pmLHR - CMB
2 stops30h 55mGulf Air
Wed 7/165:25 pmCMB - LHR
2 stops26h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 6/10$751
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/128:35 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop15h 00mAir India
Sun 6/224:00 pmCMB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Deal found 6/12$753
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:05 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop30h 50mSWISS
Wed 11/129:55 amCMB - LHR
1 stop27h 40mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$770
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/22:45 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop13h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/84:05 amCMB - LHR
1 stop15h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$776
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/176:55 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 7/103:35 amCMB - LHR
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$786
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1910:00 amLHR - CMB
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/224:00 pmCMB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$791
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:45 amLHR - CMB
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
Wed 12/249:55 amCMB - LHR
2 stops38h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$881
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/910:35 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/257:40 amCMB - LHR
1 stop14h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$894
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/269:25 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop22h 00mThai Airways
Wed 7/212:55 amCMB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mThai Airways
Deal found 6/12$926

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Colombo

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Depart

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LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 6/23

9:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/9

9:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop30h 20m

$763

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 9/1

10:05 pm-9:30 am

2 stops30h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/6

5:25 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$764

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Mon 11/3

8:05 pm-8:25 am

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/12

9:55 am-8:05 am

1 stop27h 40m

$770

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 9/2

2:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

4:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$776

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 9/30

6:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/14

3:35 am-2:05 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$786

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Wed 6/25

2:45 pm-5:40 am

2 stops34h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/21

4:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop22h 45m

$848

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 12/9

7:40 am-8:25 am

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/27

1:05 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$881

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Tue 12/9

10:35 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/25

7:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$894

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Thu 6/26

9:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/2

12:55 am-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$926

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

Sat 9/13

7:55 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops20h 10m

$409

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,818). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Heathrow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from LHR to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Thai Airways, SWISS and Qatar Airways from London to Colombo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $763. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Gulf Air, from $764, and SWISS, from $770. Users have found that Air India is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $433 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $484 and Qatar Airways from $488 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,674, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $685. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around $1,049.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,818). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Heathrow to Colombo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$637Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$712Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$745Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$778Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$837Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$867Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,204Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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