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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Belfast to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM4,904. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM4,849 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,849, select.
Colombo.RM4,869 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,869, select.
Colombo.RM4,904 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,904, select.
Colombo.RM4,997 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,997, select.
Colombo.RM5,008 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,008, select.
Colombo.RM5,672 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,672, select.
Colombo.RM6,833 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,833, select.
Colombo.RM7,042 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,042, select.
Colombo.RM7,167 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,167, select.
Colombo.RM7,553 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,553, select.
Colombo.RM8,954 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Belfast City on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Belfast City.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM8,954, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Belfast to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from RM8,954
Apr
from RM4,904
May
from RM4,849
Jun
from RM4,997
Jul
from RM7,042
Aug
from RM7,553
Sep
from RM5,008
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Alternative Belfast to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Belfast to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
Cheapest
from RM4,849
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Belfast to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM4,849
Cheapest month to flyMay

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Finding cheap flights from Belfast to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Belfast to Colombo is RM4,849. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Belfast to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM4,849.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Belfast to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Colombo is usually May.
If you're flying from Belfast, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from RM4,849.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Belfast to Colombo on Monday, 4 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Belfast and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Qatar Airways .

Travelling from Belfast to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Belfast is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Colombo leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the primary point of entry to Colombo.

  • Colombo is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Belfast to Colombo flight.

  • Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Colombo

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Belfast to Colombo flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Belfast to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land an incredible deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Belfast to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Belfast to Colombo flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Belfast

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

  • Finding a stopover on your Belfast to Colombo flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save money on your fare or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop when taking off from Belfast International Airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

  • BFS is about 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:

  • When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • Consider adding a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a popular stopover on a Belfast to Colombo flight out of George Best Belfast City Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a short break to visit an airport cafe.

  • BHD is about 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Colombo:

  • George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.

Arriving in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Belfast to Colombo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Belfast to Belfast. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Belfast in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Belfast to Colombo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Colombo around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Colombo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its top attractions. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Belfast to Colombo

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