SriLankan Airlines Fare Types — Complete Comparison

Pick the right fare for your trip — compare baggage, cancellation, seat, meal and miles across all SriLankan Airlines (UL) fare classes. Last verified 2026-07-07.

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SriLankan Airlines, the oneworld flag carrier of Sri Lanka, sells branded economy fares — Promo Restrict, Promo Flex, Saver, Value and Flex — from the most restrictive, non-refundable Promo fares up to the fully flexible Flex fare, plus a two-cabin Business Class on its A330 and A321neo fleet. On India routes SriLankan uses a weight concept for checked baggage (verified on srilankan.com): the general economy allowance is 30 kg and Business is 40 kg, with no single piece over 32 kg; the fare family you pick mainly changes flexibility and refundability rather than the headline weight. There is no First Class. Loyalty is via FlySmiLes.

Quick Pick — Which SriLankan Airlines Fare Should You Choose?

Cheapest
Promo Restrict (Economy)
Lowest SriLankan fare on confirmed dates
Best Value
Flex (Economy)
Maximum flexibility in economy
Most Flexible
Flex (Economy)
Maximum flexibility in economy
Fare details verified on 2026-07-07 from official SriLankan Airlines sources. Airlines update fare structures periodically — always confirm at www.srilankan.com before booking.

SriLankan Airlines Fare Types — Side-by-Side Comparison

This comparison shows the typical inclusions for each SriLankan Airlines fare class. Inclusions can vary by route — the fare comparison shown at booking is always authoritative.

  Promo Restrict (Economy) Economy Promo Flex (Economy) Economy Saver (Economy) Economy Value (Economy) Economy Flex (Economy) Economy Business Class Business
Description The cheapest SriLankan economy fare — non-refundable with the most restrictive change terms and chargeable seat selection. Best for travellers on firm dates who want the lowest price to Colombo.A low-priced promotional economy fare that adds some flexibility over Promo Restrict — changes are permitted for a fee, though it remains largely non-refundable. Seat selection is chargeable.Entry standard-economy fare with the full 30 kg checked allowance and moderate change terms — a common leisure choice a step up from the Promo fares.Mid-tier economy with easier changes and refunds than Saver and standard seat selection — for travellers who may need to adjust plans.The most flexible SriLankan economy fare — the easiest changes and refunds in the cabin and free seat selection, with the full 30 kg checked allowance.SriLankan Business Class on A330 and A321neo aircraft — lie-flat or angled-flat seats on wide-bodies, lounge access, priority services and a higher 40 kg baggage allowance. Sold at saver and flexible fare levels that change the refund and change terms.
Cabin baggage 7 kg (1 piece)7 kg (1 piece)7 kg (1 piece)7 kg (1 piece)7 kg (1 piece)7 kg (2 pieces)
Checked baggage 30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)40 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Seat selection ChargeableChargeableChargeable (advance seat selection)Standard seat selectionFree seat selectionFree seat selection
Meals Complimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedMulti-course Business dining
Cancellation fee Non-refundable beyond statutory taxesLargely non-refundable (check fare conditions)Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)Refundable with a lower fee (check fare conditions)Refundable with minimal fee (check fare conditions)Varies by fare level (saver more restrictive, flexible fully refundable)
Reschedule fee High change fee + fare difference (where permitted)Change fee + fare differenceModerate change fee + fare differenceLower change fee + fare differenceLow or no change fee + fare differenceChange fee scales down on flexible Business fares + fare difference
Refundability Non-refundable beyond statutory taxesLargely non-refundable beyond statutory taxesRefundable with deductionRefundable with smaller deductionFully refundable per fare conditionsRefundable per fare conditions
Miles earning FlySmiLes miles (reduced accrual)FlySmiLes miles (reduced accrual)Standard FlySmiLes milesStandard FlySmiLes milesStandard FlySmiLes milesHigh FlySmiLes miles
Ideal for Lowest SriLankan fare on confirmed datesLow fare with a little change flexibilityMost leisure travellersTravellers who value flexibility at a fair priceMaximum flexibility in economyPremium comfort and lounge access to Colombo and beyond

SriLankan Airlines Fare Classes — Detailed Breakdown

Promo Restrict (Economy) Economy

The cheapest SriLankan economy fare — non-refundable with the most restrictive change terms and chargeable seat selection. Best for travellers on firm dates who want the lowest price to Colombo.

7 kg (1 piece)
30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Chargeable
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Non-refundable beyond statutory taxes
High change fee + fare difference (where permitted)
Non-refundable beyond statutory taxes
FlySmiLes miles (reduced accrual)
Lowest SriLankan fare on confirmed dates
Lowest SriLankan fareSame SriLankan service
Promo Flex (Economy) Economy

A low-priced promotional economy fare that adds some flexibility over Promo Restrict — changes are permitted for a fee, though it remains largely non-refundable. Seat selection is chargeable.

7 kg (1 piece)
30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Chargeable
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Largely non-refundable (check fare conditions)
Change fee + fare difference
Largely non-refundable beyond statutory taxes
FlySmiLes miles (reduced accrual)
Low fare with a little change flexibility
Cheaper than SaverChanges allowed for a fee
Saver (Economy) Economy

Entry standard-economy fare with the full 30 kg checked allowance and moderate change terms — a common leisure choice a step up from the Promo fares.

7 kg (1 piece)
30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Chargeable (advance seat selection)
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)
Moderate change fee + fare difference
Refundable with deduction
Standard FlySmiLes miles
Most leisure travellers
Full 30 kg baggageRefundable with fee
Value (Economy) Economy

Mid-tier economy with easier changes and refunds than Saver and standard seat selection — for travellers who may need to adjust plans.

7 kg (1 piece)
30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Standard seat selection
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Refundable with a lower fee (check fare conditions)
Lower change fee + fare difference
Refundable with smaller deduction
Standard FlySmiLes miles
Travellers who value flexibility at a fair price
Easier changesStandard seat selection
Flex (Economy) Economy

The most flexible SriLankan economy fare — the easiest changes and refunds in the cabin and free seat selection, with the full 30 kg checked allowance.

7 kg (1 piece)
30 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Free seat selection
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Refundable with minimal fee (check fare conditions)
Low or no change fee + fare difference
Fully refundable per fare conditions
Standard FlySmiLes miles
Maximum flexibility in economy
Most flexible economyFree seat selection
Business Class Business

SriLankan Business Class on A330 and A321neo aircraft — lie-flat or angled-flat seats on wide-bodies, lounge access, priority services and a higher 40 kg baggage allowance. Sold at saver and flexible fare levels that change the refund and change terms.

7 kg (2 pieces)
40 kg on India routes (weight concept, verified on SriLankan; no piece over 32 kg)
Free seat selection
Multi-course Business dining
Varies by fare level (saver more restrictive, flexible fully refundable)
Change fee scales down on flexible Business fares + fare difference
Refundable per fare conditions
High FlySmiLes miles
Premium comfort and lounge access to Colombo and beyond
Lie-flat/priority BusinessLounge access40 kg baggage

General Cancellation & Reschedule Notes

SriLankan cancellation terms rise with the fare family. Promo Restrict is non-refundable, Promo Flex is largely non-refundable, Saver and Value are refundable with a fee (smaller on Value), and Flex is the most refundable economy fare. Business fares follow the same pattern from saver to flexible. Unused statutory taxes are refundable regardless of fare. Exact amounts depend on the fare and route and are shown at booking and in Manage Booking.

Changes are most expensive on the Promo fares and get cheaper up the ladder, with Economy Flex the most flexible; a fare difference may still apply. Upgrading to Business by bidding or miles does not change your original checked allowance. Confirm the exact change rules and fees at booking.

Consumer protections: Statutory government taxes are typically refundable on request even for non-refundable fares. EU261 (for EU departures), US DOT rules (for US departures) and similar consumer-protection regulations may also apply to your booking.

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SriLankan Airlines Fare Types — Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest SriLankan Airlines fare is Promo Restrict (Economy) — The cheapest SriLankan economy fare — non-refundable with the most restrictive change terms and chargeable seat selection. Best for travellers on firm dates who want the lowest price to Colombo. It includes 30 kg on india routes (weight concept, verified on srilankan; no piece over 32 kg) of checked baggage with 7 kg (1 piece) cabin baggage. Seat selection is chargeable and meals are complimentary meal and drinks included. Cancellation: non-refundable beyond statutory taxes.
Promo Restrict (Economy) is the lowest SriLankan Airlines fare that typically includes a complimentary meal — The cheapest SriLankan economy fare — non-refundable with the most restrictive change terms and chargeable seat selection. Best for travellers on firm dates who want the lowest price to Colombo. Higher tiers above this fare also include meals. Lower fares charge separately for in-flight meals.
Promo Restrict (Economy) is typically the least refundable SriLankan Airlines fare — non-refundable beyond statutory taxes. Statutory government taxes (PSF, UDF, GST on taxes) are always refundable on request even on non-refundable fares. For full refundability, choose Flex (Economy) or above.
Promo Restrict (Economy) on SriLankan Airlines typically includes 7 kg (1 piece) of cabin baggage and 30 kg on india routes (weight concept, verified on srilankan; no piece over 32 kg) of checked baggage. Allowances can vary by route — international flights typically have higher allowances than domestic short-haul. Confirm the exact allowance at booking.
Seat selection on SriLankan Airlines Promo Restrict (Economy) is chargeable. SriLankan Airlines usually charges separately for advance seat selection on this fare. For free seat selection, look at Flex (Economy) or higher fare tiers, which typically include standard seat selection.
Flex (Economy) typically has low or no change fee + fare difference. Fare difference still applies if the new flight is more expensive. Fully refundable per fare conditions. Change fees vary by route, time-to-departure and destination — confirm exact fees in the fare rules at booking.
For long-haul business trips on SriLankan Airlines, Business Class is the strongest pick — SriLankan Business Class on A330 and A321neo aircraft — lie-flat or angled-flat seats on wide-bodies, lounge access, priority services and a higher 40 kg baggage allowance. Sold at saver and flexible fare levels that change the refund and change terms. For shorter sectors or budget-conscious business travel, Flex (Economy) delivers maximum flexibility in economy with 30 kg on india routes (weight concept, verified on srilankan; no piece over 32 kg) of baggage and fully refundable per fare conditions.
SriLankan Airlines does not usually allow direct fare-tier upgrades after booking. To change to a more flexible fare, you would typically need to cancel the existing booking (subject to the original fare's cancellation rules) and book the new fare. Some airlines offer paid upgrades at check-in subject to availability — confirm at the SriLankan Airlines website.
No — SriLankan Airlines fare-class inclusions can vary between domestic and international routes, and between short-haul and long-haul flights. Baggage allowances are typically higher on international routes; meals and seat selection rules may also differ. Always check the fare comparison shown at booking before paying.
The most authoritative source for SriLankan Airlines fare-class rules is the official SriLankan Airlines website at https://www.srilankan.com/en_uk/plan-and-book/luggage-calculator. The fare comparison page shows current inclusions at the time of booking. The data on this page was last verified on 2026-07-07.