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Gulf Air
GF 2
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
CMB
Sri Lanka
10:00 AM
27 Sep
19h 10m
9:40 AM
28 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
5:20 PM
7 Oct
26h 30m
3:20 PM
8 Oct
from
£513
Return · per adult
China Eastern
MU 214
→ Outbound · 8 Nov
LGW
London Gatwick
CMB
Sri Lanka
5:00 PM
8 Nov
20h 30m
7:00 PM
9 Nov
← Return · 18 Nov
CMB
Colombo
LGW
London Gatwick
8:20 PM
18 Nov
39h 40m
6:30 AM
20 Nov
from
£617
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1244
→ Outbound · 31 Jan
STN
London Stansted
CMB
Sri Lanka
5:20 PM
31 Jan
32h 55m
7:45 AM
2 Feb
← Return · 10 Feb
CMB
Colombo
STN
London Stansted
9:15 AM
10 Feb
36h 35m
4:20 PM
11 Feb
from
£648
Return · per adult
Air India
AI 2016
→ Outbound · 20 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
CMB
Sri Lanka
10:00 PM
20 Dec
27h 50m
7:20 AM
22 Dec
← Return · 30 Dec
CMB
Colombo
LHR
London Heathrow
8:20 AM
30 Dec
17h 40m
8:30 PM
30 Dec
from
£1204
Return · per adult
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About flights to Sri Lanka
Overview
Sri Lanka packs astonishing variety into one tropical island — golden beaches, misty tea plantations, ancient temples, wildlife safaris and warm hospitality. Popular with UK holidaymakers and those visiting family alike, it's an easy country to fall for. Comparing every fare in one place makes finding the right flight quick and simple.
Best time to fly to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best weather depends on where you're heading: the west and south coasts and the hill country are driest from December to March, while the east coast is best from May to September. This means there's good weather somewhere most of the year. Fares peak around Christmas and New Year, so travelling either side helps. Check the price charts on this page for the cheapest dates.
Main gateway cities & airports
The main gateway is Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), near the capital, with Mattala (HRI) in the south occasionally used.
Airlines and routes
SriLankan Airlines flies direct from London to Colombo in around 11 hours. For connecting options — often better value — Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines all serve Colombo via their hubs. Comparing carriers for your exact dates is the surest way to secure the lowest fare.
Popular places to visit in Sri Lanka
- Kandy: the sacred Temple of the Tooth and lake.
- Sigiriya: the dramatic ancient rock fortress.
- Ella & the hill country: tea estates and scenic train rides.
- Galle: a charming colonial fort town by the sea.
- Yala & Udawalawe: safaris for leopards and elephants.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Sri Lanka
- Book a few months ahead, especially for the December–March high season.
- Avoid the Christmas and New Year peak for lower fares.
- Compare direct flights against one-stop routes via the Gulf.
- Be flexible with your dates — midweek departures are often cheaper.
Travel essentials
- Visa: UK travellers need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), arranged online before travel.
- Currency: the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR).
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Sri Lanka
Your allowance to Sri Lanka depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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