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These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London:

• Earliest: departs at 2:25 am and lands at 2:13 pm
• Latest: departs at 12:55 pm and lands at 12:43 am.

The flight takes about 11h 48m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London takes about 11h 48m, covering 5,397 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London range from $784 to $1,089, with an average of $900 over the past 12 months. Anything below $784 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $900 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $814 round-trip via Sharjah (SHJ), compared to $1,173 for nonstop.

SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

Flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and London typically depart in the afternoon.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $701 to $5,445. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Since London is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) — daily rates averaging $38:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Rentacar

Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) — daily rates averaging $39:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Near London Stansted Airport (STN) — daily rates averaging $35:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Europcar
• Alamo
• U-Save

Near London Luton Airport (LTN) — daily rates averaging $38:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• Alamo
• Europcar
• U-Save

Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 41m.

One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London most commonly connect through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $849 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $966, a difference of $117.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only SriLankan Airlines and British Airways currently operate flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and London on a regular basis.

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 08m, compared with 14h 09m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 14h 24m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

London is 5 hours behind Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (British Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

None of the airlines on this route currently offer free seat selection. Seat selection is typically fee-based on this route, with availability depending on fare class.

None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SriLankan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, you can fly directly between Sri Lanka and London Heathrow Airport with Sri Lankan Airlines. Should you not mind transferring, you could opt for a flight with British Airways to Heathrow or Gatwick that changes in Hamad International Airport in Doha and might be slightly cheaper than the direct option.

Yes, before your flight, you can change your Sri Lankan Rupees to Sterling at service bureaus. With BOC Transit currency exchange counter and People’s Bank both offering this service, you will be able to find great, commission-free options before you depart to London.

Should you have an early flight in the morning, or just want to relax ahead of a long flight to the UK, you can opt for an airport hotel to make your journey seamless ahead of your flight. Choose a hotel such as the Airport City Hotel and Sandamali Restaurant, which is one of the closest hotels to the airport terminal.

From Bandaranaike Airport in Sri Lanka, you can fly directly to London Heathrow Airport, which makes this a very popular option to travellers. Being located closer to the city centre, Heathrow is also great for your onward journey. That being said, Gatwick flights might be better if you are travelling back to south London or another location in the south of the UK. Both airports offer great facilities through, so whichever you choose, your needs will be fully catered for upon your arrival.