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Arriving in Colombo

Flying from London

Choose  Etihad Airways, the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates, for flights from London to Colombo on which you will be travelling in comfort and style. 

Fly from London to Colombo with Etihad Airways

Book flights from London to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s largest city. Your journey with Etihad Airways will include a connection in Abu Dhabi.

Explore fascinating neighbourhoods such as Pettah and Forta and join the legions of cricket fans at the R. Premadasa Stadium. Savour the spicy but delicious food on offer across the city.

LHR to CMB: flight facts

Journey time 13hrs 40mins

Your journey time will depend on the length of the connection in Abu Dhabi, with the fastest London to Colombo flights taking around 14 hours. Abu Dhabi is fantastic for a short break – why not stay for a night or two before continuing your trip?

Flight distance 5,508 miles

Flights from London (LHR) to Colombo (CMB) via Abu Dhabi (AUH) cover a distance of 5,508 miles (8,864 kilometres).

Your flight from London to Colombo

Your flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Colombo takes you across France, Austria and eastern Europe before crossing northern Turkey. You’ll then land at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), where you’ll catch your connecting flight.

The second leg of your journey will take you over the Arabian Sea before landing at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated Sept 2019.

Flying from London to Colombo: FAQs

How do I get from Bandaranaike International Airport to the centre of Colombo?

Bandaranaike International Airport is 20 miles (33 kilometres) from the heart of Colombo.

You can arrange a transfer with Etihad Airways for a smooth onward journey, while taxis and buses are also available to take you into the city.

How do I get around Colombo?

Colombo has numerous transport options. Taxis are the easiest way of getting around, but tuk-tuks and buses can be useful – and they usually have the destination written in English. Trains and long-distance buses are best for day trips outside of Colombo.

Top tips for London to Colombo

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Chill out in Viharamahadevi Park

Swap Hyde Park for Viharamahadevi, the biggest park in Colombo. Here, a huge golden Buddha sits in the Padmasana position in front of a series of water fountains.

The manicured grass is the perfect place to stretch out and watch the world go by. Families will enjoy the children’s play area, and couples can take a stroll around the lake.

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Sample sizzling street food

Street food is becoming a popular choice among food fans in London. You’ll be able to compare it to the traditional stalls found in Colombo and across Sri Lanka.

Try a piping hot kothu with masala sauce – a mixture of roti bread with vegetables and spices, sometimes served with meat. The deep-fried crab is also sensational in Colombo and across the rest of Sri Lanka.