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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £180

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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — CMB
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 50 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 29 October 2024.

Round-trip from

£433

One-way from

£180

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May
27/11-12/12
  • 27/11-12/12
  • 6 total stops
  • 62h 20m total
  • London to Colombo
22/11
  • 22/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • London to Colombo
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop

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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 29 October 2024.

Tue 12/1109:25LGW - CMB
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/1120:50CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£569
Fri 1/1110:30LGW - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 8/1120:20CMB - LGW
1 stop23h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/10£577
Tue 12/1114:05LGW - CMB
1 stop24h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 28/1110:15CMB - LGW
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/10£584
Sun 17/1108:45LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1204:25CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/10£632
Fri 29/1111:40LGW - CMB
2 stops51h 55mAir China
Wed 4/1222:25CMB - LGW
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Deal found 28/10£651
Wed 20/1116:55LGW - CMB
1 stop14h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/1207:15CMB - LGW
1 stop19h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/10£702
Thu 31/1020:25LGW - CMB
1 stop20h 00mEmirates
Wed 6/1102:45CMB - LGW
1 stop14h 25mEmirates
Deal found 28/10£705

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 1,021,687 searches. Data last updated 29 October 2024.

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London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 27/11

3 stops27h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/12

3 stops34h 50m

£433

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 26/11

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/12

1 stop16h 05m

£585

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 8/11

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/11

1 stop39h 40m

£587

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sat 25/1

2 stops27h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/2

2 stops35h 00m

£622

London GatwickColombo Bandaranaike Intl

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 17/11

1 stop12h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/12

1 stop13h 40m

£632

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 28/10

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Colombo

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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 25 October 2024.

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 50 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 £854). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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 29 October 2024.

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 at midday, 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 27 October 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. Wednesday mornings 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 29 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, China Eastern and IndiGo 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.5
Good
3,908 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.4
Good
3,868 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.1
Good
260 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

6.9
Okay
522 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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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 (£585), China Eastern (£587), and IndiGo (£622) offers the cheapest pricing from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 23% 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 (£342), IndiGo (£342), and British Airways (£376).

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

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Colombo?

    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £854). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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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China EasternCheapest£558Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£571Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£612Average£791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£680Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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