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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo from £303

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Air Arabia Logo
19:35 - 03:05
LGW
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CMB
27h 00m1 stop
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15:10 - 18:35
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LGW
31h 55m1 stop
£553Air Arabia
Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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16:10 - 20:35
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CMB
23h 55m2 stops
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15:10 - 08:45
CMB
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LGW
22h 05m1 stop
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Sat, 9 May - Sat, 16 May
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17:00 - 03:50
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CMB
29h 20m2 stops
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05:15 - 18:35
CMB
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LGW
17h 50m1 stop
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Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 4 Jun
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07:05 - 08:10
LGW
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CMB
19h 35m2 stops
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05:05 - 07:40
CMB
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LGW
31h 05m2 stops
£556Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr
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08:40 - 02:45
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CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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19:30 - 05:55
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LGW
15h 55m1 stop
£556Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar
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16:35 - 08:15
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CMB
34h 10m2 stops
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16:55 - 06:20
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18h 55m2 stops
£557Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
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08:40 - 08:45
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CMB
18h 35m1 stop
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20:50 - 05:55
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14h 35m1 stop
£558Qatar Airways
Wed, 25 Feb - Wed, 18 Mar
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08:40 - 02:45
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CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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19:30 - 05:55
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15h 55m1 stop
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10:15 - 06:10
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14h 25m1 stop
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22:00 - 09:20
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16h 50m1 stop
£559Turkish Airlines
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£560Qatar Airways
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Qatar Airways flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
26 Feb
LGW08:40London Gatwick
12h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Mar
CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£556
Qatar Airways
25 Feb
LGW08:40London Gatwick
18h 35m
1 stop
CMB08:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Mar
CMB20:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£558
Qatar Airways
26 Feb
LGW08:40London Gatwick
12h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Mar
CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£559

Emirates flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Emirates deals on London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Emirates
13 Jan
LGW20:25London Gatwick
16h 50m
1 stop
CMB18:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Feb
CMB21:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:40London Gatwick
£619
Emirates
13 Jan
LGW20:25London Gatwick
16h 50m
1 stop
CMB18:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Feb
CMB02:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m
1 stop
LGW11:40London Gatwick
£642

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
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LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 9/4

19:35-03:05

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

15:10-18:35

1 stop31h 55m

£553

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sat 9/5

16:10-20:35

2 stops23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 16/5

15:10-08:45

1 stop22h 05m

£554

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 29/1

17:00-03:50

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/6

05:15-18:35

1 stop17h 50m

£555

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 20/3

07:05-08:10

2 stops19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/4

05:05-07:40

2 stops31h 05m

£556

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 26/2

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

19:30-05:55

1 stop15h 55m

£556

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 19/1

16:35-08:15

2 stops34h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/1

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£557

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

08:40-08:45

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

20:50-05:55

1 stop14h 35m

£558

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 26/2

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

19:30-05:55

1 stop15h 55m

£559

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 28/1

10:15-06:10

1 stop14h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

22:00-09:20

1 stop16h 50m

£559

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

08:40-08:45

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/3

19:30-12:35

1 stop22h 35m

£560

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £587. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of September, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £599.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £686. Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £771. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening for as low as £710. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around £741 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around £724 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from London Gatwick Airport for as low as £648 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Fastest flight time

12h 35m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 12h 35m
There are no direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
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  • How far is London Gatwick to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?

    The distance between London Gatwick and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is about 5398.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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