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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo from £284

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10:35 - 09:55LGW-CMB
17h 50m2 stops
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16:55 - 06:20CMB-LGW
18h 55m2 stops
£561Gulf Air
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Wed, 7 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
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08:40 - 02:45LGW-CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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03:25 - 12:35CMB-LGW
14h 40m1 stop
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Wed, 4 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar
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07:05 - 08:10LGW-CMB
19h 35m2 stops
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05:15 - 06:35CMB-LGW
29h 50m2 stops
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Fri, 20 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
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10:35 - 09:45LGW-CMB
17h 40m2 stops
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15:55 - 05:55CMB-LGW
19h 30m2 stops
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Fri, 13 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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06:15 - 08:10LGW-CMB
20h 25m2 stops
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11:15 - 05:55CMB-LGW
24h 10m1 stop
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Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
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16:35 - 20:45LGW-CMB
46h 40m2 stops
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11:15 - 05:55CMB-LGW
24h 10m1 stop
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08:40 - 02:45LGW-CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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24h 10m1 stop
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07:20 - 05:50LGW-CMB
18h 00m2 stops
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03:55 - 18:55CMB-LGW
19h 30m2 stops
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13:55 - 03:30LGW-CMB
32h 05m2 stops
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24h 40m2 stops
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British Airways flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best British Airways deals on London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
British Airways
5 Jan
LGW09:00London Gatwick
12h 15m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
2 Feb
CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 50m
1 stop
LGW12:35London Gatwick
£569
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British Airways
6 Jan
LGW08:40London Gatwick
12h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9 Feb
CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 50m
1 stop
LGW12:35London Gatwick
£583
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British Airways
13 Jan
LGW14:05London Gatwick
13h 10m
1 stop
CMB08:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Feb
CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£586
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China Eastern flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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China Eastern
2 Feb
LGW10:30London Gatwick
55h 40m
2 stops
CMB23:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5 Feb
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 10m
1 stop
LGW14:00London Gatwick
£593
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China Eastern
24 Nov
LGW10:30London Gatwick
55h 40m
2 stops
CMB23:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27 Nov
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
39h 40m
1 stop
LGW06:30London Gatwick
£594
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China Eastern
1 Dec
LGW10:30London Gatwick
55h 40m
2 stops
CMB23:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4 Dec
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 10m
1 stop
LGW14:00London Gatwick
£596
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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 20 November 2025.
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LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 7/1

10:35-09:55

2 stops17h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/1

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£561

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

03:25-12:35

1 stop14h 40m

£562

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 20/3

07:05-08:10

2 stops19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/4

05:15-06:35

2 stops29h 50m

£563

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 13/3

10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

15:55-05:55

2 stops19h 30m

£564

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

06:15-08:10

2 stops20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/1

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£565

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Mon 19/1

16:35-20:45

2 stops46h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/2

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£565

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£566

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

07:20-05:50

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/6

03:55-18:55

2 stops19h 30m

£567

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sat 31/1

13:55-03:30

2 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/2

04:30-23:40

2 stops24h 40m

£568

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 12/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

03:25-05:55

1 stop32h 00m

£568

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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 £602. 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 £612.

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 £707. Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £796. 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 £731. 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 £768 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 £745 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 £663 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 27% 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 November 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 15m.

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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.

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