Flying from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Your LTN to CMB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Ben Gurion International Airport is a sought-after stop between LTN and CMB.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is C$336. A return fare right now is C$641. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LTN to CMB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LTN to CMB.
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Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
Of the flights that depart from London Luton Airport, 72.75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Luton Airport is about 56 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LTN:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Book a hotel near CMB if you have a late London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and see more of Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to the centre of Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Luton Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LTN to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.