How many flights from Colombo to London are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 2.2% of flights from Colombo to London were non-stop. For flights that included connections, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey. Most travelers should anticipate at least one stop during their trip.

How many hours is the flight from Colombo to London?

The typical direct flight from Colombo to London has a duration of approximately 11 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8670 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 15 hours and 3 minutes. This difference highlights the considerable impact that a single layover can have on the overall journey duration.

How often do Colombo to London flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Colombo to London route have shown frequent drops. This indicates a dynamic pricing environment where opportunities for savings may arise regularly. Travelers monitoring this route can often find price fluctuations within a 30-day window. Such frequent price changes suggest that staying vigilant for deals can be beneficial.

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Colombo to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to London

For those seeking cheap flights from Colombo to London, prices typically range from $508 to $1077, with a median fare of $715. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to London? The data shows that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $534. Other cost-effective months include March, with a median fare of $583, and February, where the median fare is $587. Planning your travel during these months could lead to better value.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 2.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Colombo to London. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on most journeys between these two cities.

A typical journey from Colombo to London takes approximately 22h 45m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route. Given the significant distance, planning for a full day of travel is advisable.

The distance between Colombo and London is approximately 8670 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often includes multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to London

Regular price: $734 - $900

Prices for flights from Colombo to London are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Colombo to London typically range from $734 to $900. The current lowest deal is $659 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 10.

now $659

Low $734

High $900

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to London

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to London is November, with a median price of $534. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1371. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $534

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,371

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Direct flights from Colombo to London

British Airways

SriLankan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to London

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Etihad Airways

$775

$688

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Air India Limited

$977

$707

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Air India Limited

$846

$707

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Air India Limited

$766

$709

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Air India Limited

$770

$709

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - London

Colombo (CMB) - London (LHR)

Air India Limited

$971

$709

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to London

1 night

Oct 8 - Oct 9

$1,013 → $685

32%

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$1,015 → $704

31%

4 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 14

$951 → $720

24%

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

$883 → $671

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to London

Colombo - London route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Colombo to London are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median prices at $534 for flights from Colombo to London.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 22h 45m

The typical flight duration for this long-haul route is 22 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.2% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights

SriLankan Airlines is an available option for direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Colombo to London appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a good option for flights from Colombo to London.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$558

London main airports to arrive at

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Colombo to London.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$578

Airports nearby London used as alternative

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport is a major international hub and a reliable alternative when London airports are congested.

📍 ~160 km from London (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$597

Business & First Class Flight Deals to London

$1,597

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to London

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Colombo to London has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $780. Prices tend to be higher when booking further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $1185. Even flights booked 60+ days in advance were typically more expensive, at an average of $908. Booking very last minute, within 0-6 days, also saw higher prices, averaging $845.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Colombo to London was considered to be $508 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $715. Travelers typically found that 25% of all observed prices were at or below the $508 threshold. Conversely, prices at the higher end, representing the most expensive 25% of observations, were $1077 or more.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Colombo to London have been November, March, and February. In November, the median price was $534, while March saw a median of $583. February also offered competitive prices with a median of $587. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $715.

Colombo to London: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to London

How much is a round trip from Colombo to London

Regular price: $734 - $900

Prices for flights from Colombo to London are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Colombo to London typically range from $734 to $900. The current lowest deal is $659 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 10.

now $659

Low $734

High $900

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to London

November

Cheapest

Flights from $534

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,371

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