Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £322
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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CMB
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from London Gatwick to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday
Cheap 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 17 January 2025.
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 17 January 2025.
Mon 2/614:55LGW - CMB
1 stop20h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 13/620:20CMB - LGW
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£597
Sat 8/313:35LGW - CMB
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/304:35CMB - LGW
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£601
Sun 9/210:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 19/220:20CMB - LGW
1 stop39h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£603
Wed 18/610:55LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 4/706:45CMB - LGW
1 stop19h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1£620
Tue 4/314:05LGW - CMB
1 stop24h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 13/319:30CMB - LGW
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1£659
Wed 5/206:00LGW - CMB
2 stops27h 30mIndiGo
Fri 14/216:00CMB - LGW
2 stops35h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 17/1£687
Best flights from Gatwick to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Gatwick to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
Mon 2/614:55LGW - CMB
1 stop20h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 12/603:35CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£597
Sat 8/313:35LGW - CMB
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/304:35CMB - LGW
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£601
Mon 10/210:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 26/320:20CMB - LGW
1 stop39h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£602
Wed 18/610:55LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 4/706:45CMB - LGW
1 stop19h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£620
Wed 5/308:40LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 12/311:15CMB - LGW
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1£658
Sun 9/305:50LGW - CMB
2 stops27h 40mIndiGo
Sun 23/316:00CMB - LGW
2 stops29h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 17/1£679
Last-minute flights from Gatwick to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Gatwick to Colombo. Data last updated 17 January 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 19/106:00LGW - CMB
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/113:45CMB - LGW
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£599
Wed 22/109:15LGW - CMB
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/104:35CMB - LGW
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£602
Fri 24/105:55LGW - CMB
2 stops27h 35mIndiGo
Tue 4/216:00CMB - LGW
2 stops29h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 17/1£726
Fri 24/109:00LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 6/210:15CMB - LGW
1 stop25h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1£787
Sun 26/108:45LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 10/211:15CMB - LGW
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£685
Mon 27/113:35LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 50mEmirates
Thu 6/222:05CMB - LGW
1 stop19h 05mEmirates
Deal found 15/1£725
Mon 27/110:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Mon 24/220:20CMB - LGW
1 stop39h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£817
Wed 5/206:00LGW - CMB
2 stops27h 30mIndiGo
Fri 14/216:00CMB - LGW
2 stops35h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 17/1£687
Wed 12/210:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/1020:30CMB - LGW
1 stop39h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£597
Mon 24/209:50LGW - CMB
1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 13/319:30CMB - LGW
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£606
Mon 24/216:55LGW - CMB
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/506:45CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£684
One-way flights from Gatwick to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Gatwick to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
Wed 5/211:35LGW - CMB
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£322
Wed 5/308:40LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/1£356
Thu 6/206:00LGW - CMB
2 stops27h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 17/1£391
Tue 1/714:55LGW - CMB
1 stop32h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/1£413
Sat 1/210:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£416
Wed 25/622:40LGW - CMB
1 stop26h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£471
Wed 22/120:25LGW - CMB
1 stop14h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/1£567
Fri 14/311:40LGW - CMB
2 stops51h 55mAir China
Deal found 17/1£573
Find flights from Gatwick to Colombo within your budget
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 17 January 2025.
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LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Mon 2/6
14:55-16:20
1 stop20h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 13/6
20:20-13:25
1 stop21h 35m
£597
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Sat 8/3
13:35-13:55
2 stops42h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 16/3
04:35-22:10
2 stops23h 05m
£601
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Mon 10/2
10:30-19:00
1 stop27h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 26/3
20:20-06:30
1 stop39h 40m
£602
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Sat 3/5
10:55-05:15
1 stop13h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 25/5
06:45-16:15
1 stop14h 00m
£639
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Wed 5/3
08:40-02:55
1 stop12h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 13/3
19:30-12:35
1 stop22h 35m
£658
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Mon 10/2
10:20-15:00
2 stops23h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 13/2
16:00-21:30
2 stops35h 00m
£686
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Wed 5/2
11:35-03:45
2 stops34h 40m
£322
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Wed 12/3
08:40-02:55
1 stop12h 45m
£356
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Sat 1/2
10:30-19:00
1 stop27h 00m
£416
LondonColombo
LGW - CMB
LGWCMB
London Gatwick
Wed 5/2
06:00-15:00
2 stops27h 30m
£422
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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Colombo
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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 10 January 2025.
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 73 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,264). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.
Temperature in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).
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 17 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern, Qatar Airways and British Airways from London to Colombo by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Qatar Airways (£597), China Eastern (£602), and Turkish Airlines (£620) offers the cheapest pricing from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 26% 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 Qatar Airways (£356), IndiGo (£391), and British Airways (£413).
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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,264). 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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