Sri Lanka, March 22 -- SriLankan Airlines cancelled several flights to London scheduled to depart Colombo yesterday, due to the temporary closure of Heathrow Airport.

SriLankan Airlines announced that flights UL 503 (Colombo to London), scheduled to depart at 12:50 hrs and UL 504 (London to Colombo), scheduled to depart at 20:40 hrs yesterday would not operate.

"We apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience and cooperation as we make the necessary arrangements for affected customers. The airline is closely monitoring the situation and will resume flights to London as soon as Heathrow reopens," a statement issued by the airline said yesterday. "Passengers requiring assistance are encouraged to contact the SriLank...