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Flights from UK to Colombo

Flights from the UK to Colombo – Your Gateway to Sri Lanka’s gateway with easygoing warmth

From the UK’s major airports to the heart of Colombo, your journey is just a flight away. Whether you’re visiting for colonial charm, seaside sunsets, or cultural mosaic, flying from the United Kingdom to Colombo is straightforward, with multiple direct and connecting options available year-round.

UK Departure Airports
  • Birmingham (BHX) – Connecting flights with Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways
  • Edinburgh (EDI) – Connecting flights with Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, SriLankan Airlines
  • London Gatwick (LGW) – Connecting flights with China Eastern Airlines, Gulf Air, Air China
  • London Heathrow (LHR) – Direct flights with SriLankan Airlines
Colombo
Flight Duration
  • Direct flights: Around 10h 45m from New York
Airlines Flying from the UK to Colombo
  • Budgetfriendly options: China Eastern Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines
alarm_on Best Time to Book from the UK
  • Peak season: Jan–Mar – Book 4 months in advance
  • Low season: May–Sep (monsoon) – Cheaper fares and fewer crowds
  • Shoulder season: Nov–Dec – Balanced prices and pleasant weather
Why Colombo is Worth the Flight

From Galle Face Green to National Museum, Colombo offers a coastal capital blending heritage and modernity. Whether you’re into market wanders, museum visits, Galle Face strolls, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, your adventure begins the moment you land.

Frequently Asked Questions Colombo

Direct flights take around 10h 45m, depending on departure city.

May–Sep (monsoon) often offers the lowest fares.

Nov–Dec

China Eastern Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines