Sri Lanka, Oct. 29 -- British Airways has resumed direct flights between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom after an 11-year hiatus, offering return fares from Rs. 255,000 as the airline seeks to tap growing travel demand between the two countries.

The airline's inaugural flight arrived in Colombo on October 24, marking its return to Sri Lanka's aviation market for the first time since 2015. The new service between Colombo and London Gatwick will operate three times a week throughout the winter season, strengthening connectivity for tourism, trade and business travel.

The inaugural flight, operated by a Sri Lankan crew, received a traditional welcome featuring dancers and drummers. To celebrate the relaunch, British Airways is offering di...