Emirates flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (LGW - CMB)

LGW — CMB
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights users flying from London to Colombo on Emirates typically fly into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl and depart from London Gatwick. Select your dates above for pricing.

Emirates flights from Gatwick to Colombo in 2026

Find detailed information about Emirates flights from Gatwick to Colombo. Explore the options provided by Emirates to plan your journey from Gatwick to Colombo. Data last updated 3 February 2026.

One-way from

£590

Return from

£663

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price (all airlines)

£687
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 16/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 50m total
  • London to Colombo
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 5/4-20/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • London to Colombo
Highest demand for flights from London Gatwick to Colombo; 9% potential price increase.
Best time to find cheap flights from London Gatwick to Colombo; 4% potential price drop.
Average price for all London Gatwick to Colombo flights (one-way and round-trip).
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  • Can I get a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Emirates for under £731?

    Emirates offers 10 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £731. Prices vary by date and time. To see all prices and select your dates, click here.

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Cheapest Emirates flights from Gatwick to Colombo
Explore the most affordable Emirates flight options available from Gatwick to Colombo. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Sun 8/220:25
LGW
-
CMB
2 stops16h 30m
Emirates
Tue 17/202:40
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop14h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 1/2£724
Fri 20/323:55
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Emirates
Sun 29/322:05
CMB
-
LGW
1 stop13h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 3/2£729
Sat 21/223:55
LGW
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Emirates
Thu 5/320:15
CMB
-
LGW
2 stops20h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 1/2£744

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking with Emirates 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Emirates flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in April, with an average price of £505. Conversely, traveling with Emirates from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August will be the most expensive, with an average cost of £749. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

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Food

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Entertainment

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Comfort

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Crew

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