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Flight deals from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM3,206 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Birmingham on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,206, select.
Colombo.RM3,229 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Sat, 12 Dec.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,229, select.
Colombo.RM3,383 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,383, select.
Colombo.RM3,441 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,441, select.
Colombo.RM3,479 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,479, select.
Colombo.RM3,490 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,490, select.
Colombo.RM3,546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,546, select.
Colombo.RM3,566 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Birmingham on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,566, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in May.
Feb
from RM4,254
Mar
from RM3,479
Apr
from RM3,567
May
from RM3,206
Jun
from RM3,490
Jul
from RM3,743
Aug
from RM4,705
Sep
from RM3,567
Oct
from RM3,566
Nov
from RM3,779
Dec
from RM3,714
Jan
from RM3,590

Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

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
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

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Birmingham to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,206
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake is RM3,206. 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 Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,206.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Friday, 8 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. 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 Bandaranayake 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.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Birmingham.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BHX to CMB flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BHX and CMB include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is RM1,895. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM3,206. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHX to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from BHX to CMB is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Of all flights leaving Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Colombo in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to CMB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Jaffna is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

Plan the rest of your trip from Birmingham to Colombo

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.