What is the cheapest way to get from London to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from London to Colombo is to train and fly which costs Rs. 150000 - Rs. 280000 and takes 12h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from London to Colombo is to train and fly which takes 12h 58m and costs Rs. 150000 - Rs. 280000.

How far is it from London to Colombo?

The distance between London and Colombo is 8768 km.

How long does it take to get from London to Colombo?

It takes approximately 12h 58m to get from London to Colombo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between London and Colombo?

Colombo is 4h 30m ahead of London. It is currently 11:22 PM in London and 3:52 AM in Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Colombo.

London to Colombo - 3 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from London to Colombo by train or plane

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Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LGW - CMB
12h 58m
Rs 154,573–274,928
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
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1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LHR - CMB
13h 25m
Rs 143,282–305,231
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LCY - CMB
15h 28m
Rs 179,445–562,363

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

39Weekly Planes

13h 20mAverage Duration

Rs 110,197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8,768.5 km
Duration: 12h 58m

What companies run services between London, England and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

SriLankan Airlines, Oman Air, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) 3 times a day.

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