Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £290

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CMB
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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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 4 November 2025.

Fri 14/1110:35LGW - CMB
1 stop17h 40mGulf Air
Tue 20/116:55CMB - LGW
1 stop19h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 2/11£532
Tue 11/1108:10LGW - CMB
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:15CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11£533
Wed 5/1113:05LGW - CMB
3 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1217:00CMB - LGW
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11£534
Wed 19/1110:35LGW - CMB
2 stops17h 40mGulf Air
Sat 28/315:55CMB - LGW
2 stops19h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 3/11£536
Wed 19/1110:35LGW - CMB
2 stops17h 40mGulf Air
Tue 24/316:55CMB - LGW
2 stops19h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 2/11£537
Tue 18/1108:40LGW - CMB
1 stop29h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 25/311:15CMB - LGW
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11£537
Wed 19/1110:35LGW - CMB
2 stops17h 40mGulf Air
Tue 2/1216:55CMB - LGW
2 stops19h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 2/11£538
Thu 4/1208:40LGW - CMB
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1211:15CMB - LGW
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/11£539
Thu 13/1113:05LGW - CMB
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1104:15CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11£540
Fri 21/1113:10LGW - CMB
2 stops43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1202:50CMB - LGW
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11£541
Sun 23/1110:35LGW - CMB
2 stops17h 40mGulf Air
Thu 4/1216:55CMB - LGW
2 stops18h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 3/11£542
Mon 17/1113:05LGW - CMB
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1116:55CMB - LGW
3 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11£544

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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£532

One-way from

£290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£648
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 14/11-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • London to Colombo
9/11
  • 9/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • London to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 4 November 2025.
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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Gatwick

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Colombo

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LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 18/2

10:35-10:10

2 stops18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/3

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£563

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 12/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/3

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£585

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

09:00-02:45

1 stop12h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£585

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

09:00-02:45

1 stop12h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

10:15-05:55

1 stop25h 10m

£586

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

10:15-05:55

1 stop25h 10m

£586

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 18/2

10:35-10:10

2 stops18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/2

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£604

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

08:40-09:45

1 stop19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

19:30-12:25

1 stop22h 25m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

10:35-10:10

2 stops18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

19:30-12:25

1 stop22h 25m

£610

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 13/3

14:05-16:30

1 stop20h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/3

10:15-05:55

1 stop25h 10m

£612

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Colombo

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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 31 October 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 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £524). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £599). 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 4 November 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 17% 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.

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 4 November 2025.
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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

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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. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £585. 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £524). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £599). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£161Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£473Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£477Average£804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest£522Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£551Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£582Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£585Average£714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£655Average£843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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