Journey information
Overview: London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flight
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo depart on average 108 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £373 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 08:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 8715 km distance in 12h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 8715 km |
Average flight duration 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £373 |
Flights per day 108 |
Fastest flight 12h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 08:05 |
Last flight 22:00 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo
Cheapest price
£487
Average price
£666
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 58 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
8715 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo will cost around £666 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £487.
Of the 2 flights that leave London Heathrow Airport for Colombo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 8715 km distance in an average of 19 h 58 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 d 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flight times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flights for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:05 London Heathrow Airport | 13h25 | 09:30 Colombo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 5 February | |||||
![]() | 07:05 London Heathrow Airport | 14h30 | 21:35 Colombo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 London Heathrow Airport | 25h25 | 15:10 Colombo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Colombo by flight
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colombo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Colombo
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local crafts.
- Parking available near terminals, approximately 0.95€ ($1) per hour.
- Restaurants available, mainly in the departure area, offering Sri Lankan and intertiol cuisine
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as The Tamarind Tree Hotel within walking distance.
- Showers available in lounges, typically included in lounge access fee.
- Lounges available, including Araliya Lounge and Lotus Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in the arrivals area.
- Car rental services available in the arrivals area
- Bus 187, Katuyake Bus Stop, 35 km

