Flights to Sri Lanka

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You've searched for flights to Sri Lanka. The cheapest departure offer we've found is on 09/02/2026. We've scanned hundreds of flights globally, allowing you to compare across many airlines to anywhere in the world.

Key facts about Sri Lanka

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Capital

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte

Currency

Sri Lankan Rupee

Language

Sinhala, Tamil

Timezone

5 hrs 30 mins ahead of GMT

Population

21500000

Bordering

  • India
  • Maldives

Most popular airports to fly into in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka flight facts

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When is the high season?

December

This is the most popular time of year to visit Sri Lanka, so flights are more expensive.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

May

Flights to Sri Lanka are generally cheaper at this time of year. Or you could get a deal by booking your flight last minute.

When is the best time to book cheap flights?

6 weeks

It's best to book this far in advance if you want cheap flights to Sri Lanka.

What you need to know before flying to Sri Lanka

in a nutshell

It's cheapest to fly to Sri Lanka during the off-peak season (May to August) and most expensive during the peak season (December to March) due to holiday travel.

There are dozens of direct and indirect flights touching down in Sri Lanka from the UK every week. Bandaranaike International Airport is usually the cheapest to get good deals due to its status as the main international gateway. Use our tools to easily find and compare the best flight options tailored to your needs.

Several airlines operate flights from the UK to Sri Lanka, with Emirates being the most popular. The cheapest airline operating flights from the UK to Sri Lanka is SriLankan Airlines, with the best offer we've found priced at £70. Check out our deals to find the best flight for you.