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

• Earliest: departs at 12:35 pm and lands at 11:03 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:30 pm and lands at 7:58 am.

The flight takes about 10h 28m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 10h 28m, covering 5,412 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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $820 to $1,160, with an average of $939 over the past 12 months. Anything below $820 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $939 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $837 round-trip via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH), compared to $1,049 for nonstop.

SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. 51% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by British Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights:

• SriLankan Airlines
• Lufthansa

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $516, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Xdrive Mobility
• Ace
• AcaRent
• SR RENT A CAR

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route, 49% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 50m.

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

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $902 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $981, a difference of $79.

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 operates flights between London Heathrow Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 28m, compared with 14h 34m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 14h 44m via Istanbul (IST).

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Pettah Market is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights:

• SriLankan Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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
• Lufthansa: 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.

While it is possible to fly from London Stansted (STN) and London Gatwick to Sri Lanka, the majority of flights from London to Colombo depart from London Heathrow. The airport is very large and has several terminals that are spread out over some distance, so always make sure to check which one your flight is departing from. All international flights to Colombo land at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

SriLankan is the only airline to offer direct flights from London to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, with regular departures from London Heathrow. Numerous other carriers such as Emirates, Oman Air, British Airways and KLM also fly the route but include at least one stopover in a major hub like Dubai, Doha or Amsterdam.

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is located around 20 mi from the city centre of Colombo, a journey that takes around 45min by car. While many hotels offer shuttle services, you can also opt for an official airport taxi, available from the counter in the Arrivals Hall. Depending on your exact destination the fare should be approx. Rs 2,800 (£12) to the city.

Although several international car hire firms like Sixt and Europcar operate branches near to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, none of them are actually located on site. If you would prefer to hire a car with a driver, there are several tour operator desks in the Arrivals Hall that may be able to help you; otherwise, it is best to contact your preferred rental car agency in advance.