On this page, you can find and book flights from Colombo to London. The distance between the cities is 8,716 km, and there are approximately 5 scheduled flights operated weekly on this route.
Flights on this route are operated by SriLankan Airlines (UL). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart to find the best deals and checking information in advance on how to get to Colombo Airport and travel from London Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Colombo → London on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 11 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines. Departures from Bandaranaike International Airport airports, arrivals at Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport and Stansted Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — London by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,260 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,020 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Colombo → London, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 5,356 | high | May | AED 3,353 | low | Sep | AED 3,260 | low |
| Feb | AED 4,192 | medium | Jun | AED 3,167 | low | Oct | AED 3,214 | low |
| Mar | AED 3,819 | medium | Jul | AED 3,726 | medium | Nov | AED 3,120 | low |
| Apr | AED 4,424 | high | Aug | AED 3,633 | medium | Dec | AED 5,123 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in London is July, with an average temperature of 22.2°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to 2.3°C. Rainfall peaks in October, while the driest weather is usually observed in June.
The most cost-effective time to fly is July, with ticket prices starting AED 1,261. The most expensive month to travel is August, when the minimum price for this period starts AED 1,510.
July is the optimal choice in terms of price and weather conditions. We recommend avoiding August if your goal is to maximize your savings on the flight.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by SriLankan Airlines, which operates about 5 direct flights per week. As the primary carrier on this route, it offers the fastest flight options. You can find detailed information on the weekly schedule and available connection options in the list below; click on the airline's card for more details.
Flights Colombo — London depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport and London Luton Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 10–11 hours, considering the 8,716 km distance between the cities.
The main carrier on this route is SriLankan Airlines (UL).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a total of approximately 5 departures per week.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and booking time; you can check the current minimum in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Colombo arrive at London's major airports, most commonly Heathrow (LHR).
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