Cheap flights from London to Colombo
One-way fares from $324, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Colombo costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 21 Oct2026STN → CMBRK · 3 stops · 14h 15m$324one way
- 5 Jan2027LTN → CMBWizz Air · 4 stops · 14h 10m$339one way
- 4 Dec2026LGW → CMBeasyJet · 3 stops · 13h 30m$344one way
- 9 Nov2026LGW → CMBeasyJet · 3 stops · 13h 20m$351one way
- 5 Dec2026LGW → CMBVueling · 3 stops · 14h 50m$361one way
- 30 Oct2026STN → CMBVF · 2 stops · 12h 45m$363one way
One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.
Lowest fare by month
Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.
Airlines on this route
Recent cheap fares were with RK, Wizz Air, easyJet, Vueling, VF. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.
When to go to Colombo
December to March for the west coast. Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so another region is always in season.
Money-saving tips for Colombo
- Tuk-tuk apps (PickMe, Uber) give fair prices.
- Rice and curry at local eateries and kottu roti are cheap and filling.
- Trains to Kandy and Galle are scenic and inexpensive; book reserved seats early.
Questions
How much is a flight from London to Colombo?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $324 with RK on 21 Oct 2026. Most of the fares we saw were between $324 and $363 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from London to Colombo?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 12h 45m with 2 stops.
Are there direct flights from London to Colombo?
The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Colombo?
In our recent results, October had the lowest fare ($324 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.
How much money do I need for 5 days in Colombo?
About $155 for one backpacker, or $740 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $648 per person for a return flight from London.
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