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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo from £277

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10:35 - 10:10LGW-CMB
18h 05m2 stops
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16:55 - 06:20CMB-LGW
18h 55m2 stops
£516Gulf Air
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Wed, 18 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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17:00 - 03:30LGW-CMB
29h 00m2 stops
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04:45 - 23:55CMB-LGW
24h 40m2 stops
£517Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 1 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
Gulf Air Logo
10:35 - 09:45LGW-CMB
17h 40m1 stop
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16:55 - 05:55CMB-LGW
18h 30m1 stop
£517Gulf Air
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Fri, 6 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar
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08:40 - 08:20LGW-CMB
18h 10m2 stops
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22:15 - 14:40CMB-LGW
21h 55m2 stops
£519Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
10:35 - 09:45LGW-CMB
17h 40m2 stops
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16:55 - 06:20CMB-LGW
18h 55m2 stops
£520Gulf Air
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Wed, 5 Nov - Sat, 20 Dec
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06:35 - 02:00LGW-CMB
37h 55m2 stops
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22:00 - 09:20CMB-LGW
16h 50m1 stop
£521Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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08:40 - 02:45LGW-CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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19:30 - 05:55CMB-LGW
15h 55m1 stop
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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
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08:40 - 02:45LGW-CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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11:15 - 05:55CMB-LGW
24h 10m1 stop
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Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
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08:40 - 16:30LGW-CMB
26h 20m1 stop
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10:15 - 05:55CMB-LGW
25h 10m1 stop
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Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
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08:40 - 02:45LGW-CMB
12h 35m1 stop
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03:25 - 12:35CMB-LGW
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Gulf Air flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo

Our best Gulf Air deals on London Gatwick Airport to Colombo flight tickets
Gulf Air
18 Feb
LGW10:35London Gatwick
18h 05m
2 stops
CMB10:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28 Feb
CMB16:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 55m
2 stops
LGW06:20London Gatwick
£516
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Gulf Air
6 Mar
LGW10:35London Gatwick
17h 40m
1 stop
CMB09:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28 Mar
CMB16:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 30m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£517
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Gulf Air
5 Nov
LGW10:35London Gatwick
17h 40m
2 stops
CMB09:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20 Dec
CMB16:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 55m
2 stops
LGW06:20London Gatwick
£520
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Qatar Airways flights from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
13 Nov
LGW08:40London Gatwick
12h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Nov
CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£538
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Qatar Airways
3 Mar
LGW08:40London Gatwick
12h 35m
1 stop
CMB02:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Mar
CMB11:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 10m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£541
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Qatar Airways
21 Jan
LGW08:40London Gatwick
26h 20m
1 stop
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4 Feb
CMB10:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 10m
1 stop
LGW05:55London Gatwick
£542
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London Gatwick Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
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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

£516

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 1/1

17:00-03:30

2 stops29h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 16/1

04:45-23:55

2 stops24h 40m

£517

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Fri 6/3

10:35-09:45

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

16:55-05:55

1 stop18h 30m

£517

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Sun 9/11

08:40-08:20

2 stops18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/12

22:15-14:40

2 stops21h 55m

£519

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 5/11

10:35-09:45

2 stops17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 20/12

16:55-06:20

2 stops18h 55m

£520

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 30/10

06:35-02:00

2 stops37h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

22:00-09:20

1 stop16h 50m

£521

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Thu 13/11

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/11

19:30-05:55

1 stop15h 55m

£538

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

11:15-05:55

1 stop24h 10m

£541

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Wed 21/1

08:40-16:30

1 stop26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/2

10:15-05:55

1 stop25h 10m

£542

LondonColombo

LGW - CMB

LGWCMB

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

08:40-02:45

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/3

03:25-12:35

1 stop14h 40m

£543

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from London Gatwick Airport is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around £587, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from London Gatwick Airport averaging around £605.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Colombo from London Gatwick Airport is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as £692. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from London Gatwick Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £782.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest London Gatwick Airport to Colombo flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Colombo in the evening for as low as £718. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £754. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around £732 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from London Gatwick Airport for as low as £650 on momondo.

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  • How far is London Gatwick to Colombo by plane?

    A flight from London Gatwick to Colombo will travel around 5410.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 15m.

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Colombo

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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £158Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,280 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom £463Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,937 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom £466Free CancellationRating
6.9
487 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom £487Free CancellationRating
7.1
213 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £518Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,652 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom £539Free CancellationRating
7.2
169 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £569Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,010 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £571Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,457 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom £628Free CancellationRating
6.9
76 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £640Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,375 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Colombo

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 17.4 mi from Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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