British Airways re commences from April 15

British Airways announced its newest long-haul route to Colombo, Sri Lanka beginning Monday, April 15, 2013. The thrice weekly frequency via Male would be operated by a Boeing 777-200 in a three class configuration offering flat beds in Club World, our premium economy, World Traveller plus and World Traveller seats. The announcement marks British Airways' much awaited return to Sri Lanka after over 17-years.

To commemorate the launch, British Airways has introduced an attractive offer on return fares between Colombo and London. Commenting on this significant launch, Christopher Fordyce, Regional Commercial Manager, South Asia said, "We are proud to announce British Airways' reopening of the route between London Gatwick and Colombo and welcome the paradise island of Sri Lanka to British Airways' unmatched global network. Sri Lanka has emerged as one of the most popular destinations among leisure and business travellers."

"Sri Lanka offers immense opportunities and scope in tourism and economic growth particularly for the small and medium enterprises segment. This is such an exciting route for us and we are thrilled to return to Sri Lanka and flying from this excellent, commercially important destination once again."