London, UKColombo, Sri Lanka

Flights from London to Colombo

Nonstop flights from London (LGW) to Colombo (CMB) take about 11h 22m (8,694 km). Lowest fare seen: $1000 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Colombo: Phil Whitehouse, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Colombo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

CMB → Colombo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Captivating aerial view of Westminster Palace, Big Ben, and River Thames in London, UK. — lounges at Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport · 8 lounges

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Airlines flying London to Colombo

We have not confirmed which airlines fly LGW–CMB nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

London to Colombo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $582 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $361. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$58227 Oct 2026	$383 · 3 stops27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$103227 Nov 2026	$370 · 3 stops22 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$6851 Dec 2026	$402 · 2 stops31 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$69119 Jan 2027	$361 · 2 stops11 Jan 2027
May 2027	$6501 May 2027	$380 · 3 stops1 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $370 for November 2026, $361 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to Colombo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Colombo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Sri Lanka

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Peak season: December – March (west), June – September (east)

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Frequently asked questions — London to Colombo flights

How long is the flight from London to Colombo?

A nonstop flight from London (LGW) to Colombo (CMB) takes about 11h 22m, covering 8,694 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is London from Colombo by air?

The great-circle distance between London Gatwick Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is 8,694 km (5,402 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

How much does a flight from London to Colombo cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LGW–CMB was $1000 USD sold by British Airways (nonstop), departing 11 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Colombo?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $361 one-way, against $402 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to Colombo?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $361 with 2 stops against $1000 nonstop, a saving of $639. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UK to Sri Lanka?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sri Lanka visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Colombo?

Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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