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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport from $513

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — LHR
6 Apr — 13 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to London Heathrow are usually found in October or November, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 March 2026.

Wed 18/320:50
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/608:25
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop14h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,038
Sun 15/311:15
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/415:05
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,039
Wed 25/303:25
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/419:25
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,041
Thu 2/404:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop13h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/421:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop18h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,049
Mon 30/320:20
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/615:35
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop12h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,058
Sat 2/512:30
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/516:00
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop14h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,062
Wed 1/404:10
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/421:45
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,064
Fri 20/303:25
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/408:25
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop12h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3$1,067
Sun 15/310:15
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/421:25
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop14h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,069
Fri 20/303:25
CMB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/508:25
LHR
-
CMB
1 stop12h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,071
Mon 16/316:55
CMB
-
LHR
2 stops19h 10m
Gulf Air
Fri 12/622:05
LHR
-
CMB
2 stops31h 05m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/3$1,074

Find flight deals from Colombo to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Heathrow (LHR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,038

One-way from

$513

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,334

Good one-way deal

$1,237 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/3-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 10m total
  • Colombo to London
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 25m total
  • Colombo to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

04:15-13:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Fri 24/4

17:00-11:00

1 stop13h 30m

$1,068

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

21:15-10:45

2 stops18h 00m

London Heathrow

Tue 26/5

06:15-06:45

2 stops20h 00m

$1,131

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

19:15-06:30

1 stop15h 45m

London Heathrow

Sat 19/9

16:00-09:40

1 stop13h 10m

$1,180

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

17:20-06:55

2 stops18h 05m

London Heathrow

Mon 13/4

22:05-09:40

2 stops31h 05m

$1,249
Fastest return journey

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

03:45-13:25

1 stop14h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 19/4

08:05-01:45

1 stop13h 10m

$1,272

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/3

02:55-12:25

1 stop14h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

14:25-18:30

2 stops23h 35m

$1,277

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

20:35-16:10

2 stops24h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 8/4

22:15-16:50

1 stop14h 05m

$1,284

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

02:55-14:25

1 stop16h 00m

London Heathrow

Sun 19/4

19:50-18:30

2 stops18h 10m

$1,293

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

09:55-20:00

1 stop15h 35m

London Heathrow

Sat 2/5

22:15-18:30

2 stops15h 45m

$1,367

ColomboLondon

CMB - LHR

CMBLHR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

02:55-16:05

1 stop17h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 16/9

11:45-08:40

1 stop16h 25m

$1,371

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of $988). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,159). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,424 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
80 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,780 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DOH - KUL

My only complaint is that for this long flight I was initially given a window seat. Which made me happy. But at boarding they switched my ticket for no apparent reason and when I asked I was told my seat number doesn’t exist. I was given a middle seat.

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  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport in 18h 05m. Fly via British Airways, China Eastern, or Gulf Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport is about 8710 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport round-trip from $1,090. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $1,100, and Etihad Airways, from $1,301. British Airways is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $441. Users have also found prices from $542 and $569 on British Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of $988). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,159). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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