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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £312

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CMB
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Sun 12/410:05
LGW
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CMB
1 stop23h 40m
Air Arabia
Sun 26/405:20
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 45m
Air Arabia
Deal found 20/1£554
Thu 19/307:00
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/405:15
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£555
Wed 4/310:35
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/322:15
CMB
-
LGW
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£555
Fri 6/309:00
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop12h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/311:15
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1£556
Thu 19/307:00
LGW
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CMB
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/415:05
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£557
Wed 1/710:00
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop13h 55m
Air Arabia
Thu 16/705:15
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
Air Arabia
Deal found 18/1£558
Mon 23/209:00
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/319:30
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/1£558
Sat 31/106:00
LGW
-
CMB
3 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/204:45
CMB
-
LGW
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£559
Sun 26/405:45
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/505:15
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1£560
Sun 31/510:50
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 21/606:50
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/1£561
Wed 8/405:40
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/405:20
CMB
-
LGW
3 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1£561
Sat 18/421:30
LGW
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CMB
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/405:20
CMB
-
LGW
3 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£562

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£554

One-way from

£312

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£743
Air Arabia
  • Air Arabia
  • 12/4-26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • London to Colombo
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26/1
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • London to Colombo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

10:50-05:20

1 stop14h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/6

06:50-16:40

1 stop14h 20m

£570

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

09:00-02:45

1 stop12h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

19:30-05:55

1 stop15h 55m

£573

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/5

19:15-13:25

1 stop22h 40m

£585

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

09:00-02:45

1 stop12h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/3

04:15-12:35

1 stop13h 50m

£599

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

19:15-13:25

1 stop22h 40m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 6/5

14:55-17:45

1 stop22h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

19:15-06:40

1 stop15h 55m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

19:15-06:40

1 stop15h 55m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

14:55-17:45

1 stop22h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

19:15-13:25

1 stop22h 40m

£611

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 8/3

10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£626

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

08:40-09:45

1 stop19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/3

03:45-13:25

1 stop14h 10m

£626

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £480). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £581). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,719 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,196 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
222 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,690 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 12h 15m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £573. There are 5398 mi between London Gatwick Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (£157), Gulf Air (£458), and IndiGo (£462) offers the cheapest pricing from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 78% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Gulf Air (£283), Qatar Airways (£303), and British Airways (£337).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Dubai least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £480). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £581). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£157Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Gulf AirCheapest£458Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest£462Average£780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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British AirwaysCheapest£483Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air IndiaCheapest£490Average£766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£513Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ArabiaCheapest£545Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£551Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest£551Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£617Average£742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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