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Flight deals from London City to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London City Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,566. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.$2,011 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London City on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,011, select.
Colombo.$2,037 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with SWISS and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,037, select.
Colombo.$2,052 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with SWISS and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,052, select.
Colombo.$2,235 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with SWISS and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,235, select.
Colombo.$2,298 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with SWISS and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,298, select.
Colombo.$2,441 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,441, select.
Colombo.$2,443 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with SWISS and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London City on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,443, select.
Colombo.$2,560 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,560, select.
Colombo.$2,738 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,738, select.
Colombo.$2,801 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,801, select.
Colombo.$2,801 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,801, select.
Colombo.$2,883 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with British Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,883, select.
Colombo.$2,946 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,946, select.
Colombo.$3,028 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London City on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,028, select.
Colombo.$3,154 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,154, select.
Colombo.$3,198 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with British Airways and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London City on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,198, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London City to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $4,242
Jun
from $2,560
Jul
from $2,443
Aug
from $3,028
Sep
from $2,011
Oct
from $2,801
Nov
from $2,052
Dec
from $4,367
Jan
from $4,592
Feb
from $2,235
Mar
from $4,366
Apr
from $4,150

Alternative London City to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London City to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from $2,011
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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London to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,011
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London City to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Colombo is $2,016. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London City to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,016.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from London City to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from London City to Colombo is usually September.
If you're flying from London City Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from $2,016.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Colombo on Friday, 4 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London City Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London, where London City Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a relaxed start to your LCY to Colombo flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Finding a flight ticket from LCY to Colombo with a stopover is simple. Whether you want to snag a discounted fare or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A major stop is Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • The journey from central London to LCY takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel near LCY? If you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to Colombo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • 74.57% of flights taking off from London City Airport touch down at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Colombo

  • $1,027 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts at $2,011. These fares may change based on availability.

  • To find cheap flights from LCY to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London City Airport to Colombo across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight from LCY to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London City Airport to Colombo by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London City Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Following your flight from London City Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Following your LCY to Colombo flight, kick back at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Snap up a deal by booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Travel to Colombo during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from London City Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book a London City Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LCY to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Once you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to check off its leading attractions. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Trincomalee is another well-known destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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