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Gulf Air
GF 6
→ Outbound · 14 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
CMB
Sri Lanka
10:05 PM
14 Sep
31h 05m
9:40 AM
16 Sep
← Return · 24 Sep
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
5:20 PM
24 Sep
26h 30m
3:20 PM
25 Sep
from
£561
Return · per adult
Etihad
EY 68
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
CMB
Sri Lanka
9:45 PM
27 Sep
12h 40m
2:55 PM
28 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
4:10 AM
7 Oct
13h 05m
12:45 PM
7 Oct
from
£605
Return · per adult
Qatar Airways
QR 330
→ Outbound · 28 Sep
LGW
London Gatwick
CMB
Sri Lanka
9:00 AM
28 Sep
13h 35m
3:05 AM
29 Sep
← Return · 8 Oct
CMB
Colombo
LGW
London Gatwick
8:20 PM
8 Oct
14h 50m
6:40 AM
9 Oct
from
£617
Return · per adult
Air India
AI 128
→ Outbound · 15 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
CMB
Sri Lanka
12:30 PM
15 Sep
15h 40m
8:40 AM
16 Sep
← Return · 25 Sep
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
5:05 PM
25 Sep
22h 55m
11:30 AM
26 Sep
from
£623
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 2306
→ Outbound · 11 Oct
LGW
London Gatwick
CMB
Sri Lanka
9:00 AM
11 Oct
12h 35m
2:05 AM
12 Oct
← Return · 21 Oct
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
3:35 AM
21 Oct
14h 10m
1:15 PM
21 Oct
from
£629
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1246
→ Outbound · 29 Sep
STN
London Stansted
CMB
Sri Lanka
6:55 AM
29 Sep
19h 30m
6:55 AM
30 Sep
← Return · 9 Oct
CMB
Colombo
STN
London Stansted
6:50 AM
9 Oct
14h 20m
4:40 PM
9 Oct
from
£701
Return · per adult
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Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Air | £534 | £585 | With stops | |
| Etihad | £604 | £632 | With stops | |
| Air India | £623 | £775 | With stops | |
| Qatar Airways | £627 | £644 | With stops | |
| Turkish Airlines | £637 | £756 | With stops | |
| British Airways | £667 | £669 | With stops |
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Live insights for Sri Lanka are still being compiled (18/37) — more charts appear as data arrives.
Return flights from London to Sri Lanka typically cost between £598 and £832 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £542 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
The cheapest day to depart to Sri Lanka is usually Tuesday, when fares start from around £534 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Saturday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £613), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
Flights to Sri Lanka are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £534. Departures in midday tend to cost more (about £623), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Sri Lanka is typically May, with return economy fares from £542. Fares are usually highest in August (around £1005). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Sri Lanka, per month. Search live for exact prices.
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Sri Lanka based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
See what customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, British Airways and more to Sri Lanka have to say. Each airline is scored on boarding, crew, food, comfort and entertainment.
Qatar Airways
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British Airways
8,148 reviews
Qatar Airways
9.0WonderfulA well-managed flight with professional service. The crew were polite and responsive, and I appreciated their attention to passengers.
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Sri Lanka packs astonishing variety into one tropical island — golden beaches, misty tea plantations, ancient temples, wildlife safaris and warm hospitality. Popular with UK holidaymakers and those visiting family alike, it's an easy country to fall for. Comparing every fare in one place makes finding the right flight quick and simple.
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best weather depends on where you're heading: the west and south coasts and the hill country are driest from December to March, while the east coast is best from May to September. This means there's good weather somewhere most of the year. Fares peak around Christmas and New Year, so travelling either side helps. Check the price charts on this page for the cheapest dates.
The main gateway is Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), near the capital, with Mattala (HRI) in the south occasionally used.
SriLankan Airlines flies direct from London to Colombo in around 11 hours. For connecting options — often better value — Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines all serve Colombo via their hubs. Comparing carriers for your exact dates is the surest way to secure the lowest fare.
Your allowance to Sri Lanka depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
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