Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to STN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Stansted Airport (STN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport flight is 217 €. A return fare right now is 435 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CMB to STN. 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 travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CMB to STN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
When it comes to Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Stansted Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Europcar and discover more of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from Stansted Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport. August is the most popular month to head to London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Stansted Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to STN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.