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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport from £271

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 29/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — LGW
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Gatwick

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Gatwick (LGW). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£576

One-way from

£271

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

£759
21/5-31/5
  • 21/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 15m total
  • Colombo to London
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29/3
  • 29/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • Colombo to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£21 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 21/503:50CMB - LGW
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/521:50LGW - CMB
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£576
Sun 29/606:45CMB - LGW
1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/917:15LGW - CMB
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£580
Tue 23/1219:15CMB - LGW
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 11/108:45LGW - CMB
1 stop12h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3£584
Tue 6/504:35CMB - LGW
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 13/509:00LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/3£585
Thu 27/302:45CMB - LGW
1 stop21h 10mEmirates
Fri 20/614:30LGW - CMB
1 stop13h 35mEmirates
Deal found 25/3£633
Tue 1/717:25CMB - LGW
2 stops18h 00mGulf Air
Sun 7/911:25LGW - CMB
2 stops17h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 25/3£637
Wed 9/422:10CMB - LGW
3 stops37h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 22/511:35LGW - CMB
3 stops29h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3£641

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Gatwick

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Price

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/5

03:50-06:35

2 stops31h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 31/5

21:50-14:20

2 stops36h 00m

£576

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

04:35-13:25

1 stop13h 20m

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

£585

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22/5

06:45-16:15

1 stop14h 00m

London Gatwick

Sat 31/5

05:30-05:15

1 stop19h 15m

£588

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/5

02:05-12:35

1 stop15h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 20/5

14:30-08:35

1 stop13h 35m

£634

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/4

22:10-06:40

3 stops37h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 22/5

11:35-21:10

3 stops29h 05m

£641

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/3

03:35-06:40

1 stop31h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 25/4

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

£653

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/4

17:25-06:55

2 stops18h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 7/5

11:25-09:30

2 stops17h 35m

£656

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/6

12:50-16:15

2 stops31h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/6

05:30-11:50

2 stops25h 50m

£819

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/3

04:50-00:10

3 stops48h 50m

£271

ColomboLondon

CMB - LGW

CMBLGW

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/6

03:35-13:25

1 stop14h 20m

£295

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport (average of £101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £142). 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 CMB to LGW?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Gatwick. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

Rainfall in Gatwick by month

Plan your trip to Gatwick by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Gatwick Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Gatwick Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Gatwick by month

Plan your trip to Gatwick by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Gatwick Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines from Colombo to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
China Eastern
7.1
Good
135 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Gatwick. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Currently priced at £585, British Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £588 and £634, respectively. British Airways is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £295. British Airways flights start at £302 while deals on Gulf Air start at £310 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Gatwick 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport (average of £101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £142). 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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