Airline

Thomas Cook Airlines (FQ)

Thomas Cook Airlines was a major British charter and leisure airline headquartered in Manchester. Until 2019, it provided affordable holiday flights to over 80 destinations worldwide.

Why travelers choose Thomas Cook Airlines

  • Baggage-first fares and transparent change rules.
  • Modern fleet mix with attentive on-board service.
  • Strong IRROPS handling with quick local support.

Fare families

Standard Economy

The baseline fare providing affordable travel for budget-conscious holidaymakers.

  • Standard seat assignment
  • 1 piece of hand luggage (8kg)
  • Buy-on-board snacks (short-haul)
  • In-flight magazine

Economy Plus

An upgraded economy option with bundled extras for a more seamless journey.

  • Advance seat selection
  • 1 piece of checked baggage
  • Standard hand luggage (8kg)
  • Complimentary meals on select routes

Premium Class

Available on long-haul flights, offering enhanced comfort and premium services.

  • Extra legroom (35-inch seat pitch)
  • Premium complimentary meals and drinks
  • Increased baggage allowance
  • Priority boarding and check-in

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Historically, Economy Class included 1 piece of hand luggage up to 8kg. Checked baggage required an additional fee on short-haul routes, while long-haul flights typically included a 23kg checked bag allowance.

Change policy

As a defunct airline, no new bookings or modifications can be made. Previously, ticket changes were subject to standard amendment fees plus any applicable fare differences at the time of modification.

Check-in

Online check-in generally opened 24 hours prior to departure. Passengers were required to check in online and present a printed or mobile boarding pass to avoid additional airport check-in fees.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Thomas Cook Airlines operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight FQ 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight FQ 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight FQ 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight FQ 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight FQ 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight FQ 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub