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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Colombo is to train and fly which costs Rs. 160000 - Rs. 300000 and takes 14h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Colombo is to train and fly which takes 14h 17m and costs Rs. 160000 - Rs. 300000.

How far is it from Cambridge to Colombo?

The distance between Cambridge and Colombo is 8866 km.

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

It takes approximately 14h 17m to get from Cambridge to Colombo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cambridge and Colombo?

Colombo is 4h 30m ahead of Cambridge. It is currently 9:00 PM in Cambridge and 1:30 AM in Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Colombo.

Cambridge to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Colombo by train or plane

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Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LGW - CMB
14h 17m
Rs 168,214–297,874
Fly from London Stansted Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane STN - CMB
15h 41m
Rs 143,564–420,094
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LHR - CMB
15h 4m
Rs 155,224–344,704
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane LCY - CMB
16h 37m
Rs 191,924–589,604

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

39Weekly Planes

13h 20mAverage Duration

Rs 111,288Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8,865.8 km
Duration: 14h 17m

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

Emirates and Turkish Airlines fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) 3 times a day.

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