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$449+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$756
(Gulf Air)

One-way from

$449
(Qatar Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,368

Good round-trip deal

$1,191 or less
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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 julio 30, 2025.

This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/179:50 pmLHR - CMB
2 stops30h 15mGulf Air
jue. 11/274:55 pmCMB - LHR
2 stops27h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 7/30$756
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 10/311:55 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop12h 50mEtihad Airways
mar. 11/184:00 amCMB - LHR
1 stop16h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/30$757
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 11/78:30 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop13h 00mAir India
dom. 11/234:00 pmCMB - LHR
1 stop32h 25mAir India
Deal found 7/30$759
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lun. 9/156:55 pmLHR - CMB
1 stop17h 25mQatar Airways
lun. 10/133:35 amCMB - LHR
1 stop14h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$782
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/196:30 amLHR - CMB
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/19:40 amCMB - LHR
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$785
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
dom. 11/167:00 amLHR - CMB
2 stops45h 45mSWISS
sáb. 11/291:05 pmCMB - LHR
1 stop14h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$797

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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 julio 30, 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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LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

lun. 11/17

9:50 pm-9:35 am

2 stops30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 11/27

4:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$756

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

vie. 10/31

1:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 11/20

9:50 am-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$757

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

vie. 11/7

8:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 11/23

4:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$759

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

lun. 9/15

6:55 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 10/13

3:35 am-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$782

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

vie. 9/19

6:30 am-4:25 am

2 stops17h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 10/1

9:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$785

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

dom. 11/16

7:00 am-10:15 am

2 stops45h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 11/29

1:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$797

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

mar. 10/14

6:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$449

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

lun. 10/27

1:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$450

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

jue. 11/20

1:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 50m

$451

LondonColombo

LHR - CMB

LHRCMB

London Heathrow

lun. 10/27

7:50 am-8:15 am

2 stops18h 55m

$453

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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 July 25, 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 69 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 $1,047). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 julio 30, 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 julio 30, 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).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 32% of 1-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Riyadh (RUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $476.

What’s the fastest layover option from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Riyadh (RUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 53m.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
158 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

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 $756. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $757, and Air India, from $759. Users have found that Gulf Air is 21% 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 $449 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from $450 and Etihad Airways from $451 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 $1,660, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $845. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around $827.

  • 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 $1,047). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$637Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Gulf AirCheapest$712Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$749Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$766Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$775Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$840Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$867Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,204Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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