Statistics on London-Sri Lanka (Colombo) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Sri Lanka (Colombo) (from: London)
The average price to go to Sri Lanka (Colombo) from London airport is $ 962 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 842 (in march) and $ 1237 (in august), which is a saving of $ 120 or a surplus of $ 276 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $646 to $700 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Sri Lanka (Colombo) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your London-Sri Lanka (Colombo) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 60466 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Sri Lanka (Colombo) from London and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in march, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 842, saving $ 120 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 962). Conversely, august will be the most expensive ($ 1237).
Flight London-Sri Lanka (Colombo): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 656 | $ 842 the cheapest | very good price |
| February | $ 665 | $ 862 | good price |
| March | $ 665 | $ 842 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 793 | $ 950 | fair price |
| May | $ 755 | $ 896 | good price |
| June | $ 836 | $ 968 | fair price |
| July | $ 925 | $ 1162 | high price |
| August | $ 961 | $ 1237 the most expensive | very high price |
| September | $ 787 | $ 981 | fair price |
| October | $ 728 | $ 922 | good price |
| November | $ 672 | $ 864 | good price |
| December | $ 765 | $ 1004 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from London to Sri Lanka (Colombo)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from London to Sri Lanka (Colombo) range from $539 to $1454. 4% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $539 to $593), 1% at the maximum price (from $1400 to $1454). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $700 to $754 (10% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the London->Sri Lanka flight
There are 14 companies that serve London from Sri Lanka (Colombo) airport: SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss, Wizz Air, Ryanair, EasyJet, LOT, Qatar Airways, Wizz Air Uk, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, wizz air malta and Gulf Air.
Data analysis:
Of the 60466 flights analyzed in previous years, SriLankan Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (30% of the time) on the London->Sri Lanka route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the London-Sri Lanka (Colombo) flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 520 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, London-Sri Lanka (Colombo) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $44. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $41.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Sri Lanka (Colombo) to London departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday for your return date, you will save an average of $26. Conversely, departing from Sri Lanka (Colombo) on a friday may cost you an additional $59.
Top prices London-Sri Lanka (Colombo)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Colombo | 15-05 to 29-05-2024 | $ 596 | layover flight with Wizz Air Uk |
| London → Colombo | 18-05 to 23-05-2024 | $ 542 | layover flight with Wizz Air Uk |
| London → Colombo | 09-06 to 26-06-2024 | $ 552 | layover flight with fly armenia |
| London → Colombo | 11-06 to 22-06-2024 | $ 584 | layover flight with wizz air malta |
| London → Colombo | 05-11 to 26-11-2024 | $ 544 | layover flight with Wizz Air Uk |
| London → Colombo | 11-11 to 21-11-2024 | $ 616 | layover flight with Wizz Air Uk |
| London → Colombo | 13-11 to 21-11-2024 | $ 555 | layover flight with Ita Airways |
| London → Colombo | 09-01 to 16-01-2025 | $ 602 | layover flight with Ita Airways |
| London → Colombo | 19-01 to 29-01-2025 | $ 616 | layover flight with EasyJet |
| London → Colombo | 22-01 to 30-01-2025 | $ 601 | layover flight with Ita Airways |
When to book your flight London - Sri Lanka (Colombo) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 2 to 3 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a London-Sri Lanka flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Sri Lanka (Colombo), it is recommended to buy it 2 to 3 months before departure (it is then on average 816 $, which is a saving of 146 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (207 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your London to Sri Lanka (Colombo) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 698 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 715), 2 to 3 months ($ 762), 3 to 4 months ($ 752), 5 to 6 months ($ 774), 6 to 7 months ($ 744) |
| February | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 731 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 745), 3 to 4 months ($ 811), 5 to 6 months ($ 739), 6 to 7 months ($ 767), 7 to 8 months ($ 769) |
| March | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 721 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 765), 4 to 5 months ($ 796), 6 to 7 months ($ 746) |
| April | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 839 $) Other interesting period(s): 5 to 6 months ($ 936), 6 to 7 months ($ 923), 7 to 8 months ($ 871) |
| May | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 798 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 845), 5 to 6 months ($ 825), 6 to 7 months ($ 855) |
| June | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 884 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 960), 3 to 4 months ($ 940), 7 to 8 months ($ 938) |
| July | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1062 $) Other interesting period(s): 8 to 9 months ($ 1085), 9 to 10 months ($ 1067), 10 to 11 months ($ 1108) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 937 $) Other interesting period(s): 8 to 9 months ($ 1138), 9 to 10 months ($ 1155), 10 to 11 months ($ 1085), 11 to 12 months ($ 1052) |
| September | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 661 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 842), 1 to 2 months ($ 740) |
| October | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 680 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 798), 1 to 2 months ($ 750), 2 to 3 months ($ 762) |
| November | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 659 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 758), 2 to 3 months ($ 704), 3 to 4 months ($ 709), 4 to 5 months ($ 690) |
| December | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 774 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 934), 1 to 2 months ($ 905), 2 to 3 months ($ 913), 3 to 4 months ($ 871), 5 to 6 months ($ 819) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for London->Sri Lanka are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $6. Conversely, by buying it on a friday, you may end up paying $12 more.
London to Sri Lanka (Colombo): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 801 $542 to $1020 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 785 $552 to $1262 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1027 $743 to $1492 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 1327 $881 to $2006 | high price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 838 $646 to $1343 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 1038 $655 to $2245 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 939 $533 to $2562 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1235 $735 to $2570 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1091 $586 to $2519 | very high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1173 $604 to $2606 | very high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1393 $608 to $3257 | very high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1394 $714 to $1631 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, may, june, july and september are cheaper to travel to Sri Lanka (Colombo). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!