Direct flights from Colombo to London Gatwick

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Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

CMB

Bandaranaike International Airport

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London Gatwick

United Kingdom

United Kingdom

LGW

London Gatwick Airport

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Distance
5,400 miles  ·  (8,690 km)
Flight time
11 hours and 30 minutes
Airlines
  • British Airways
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Boeing 777

Colombo to London Gatwick Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Colombo to London Gatwick. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from CMB to LGW, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

First CMB-LGW flights start in October

Note: for airline-specific flight schedules, please scroll further down.

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Best time to visit London Gatwick

What is the best time to visit London Gatwick?

🌊 🌧️  Oceanic / Maritime

London Gatwick is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.

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The best time to visit London Gatwick is during the summer months, spanning from May to August. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from September to February.

Airlines flying from Colombo to London Gatwick

Airline-specific flight schedules from Colombo to London Gatwick

Currently, there is only one airline operating non-stop flights from Colombo CMB to London Gatwick LGW, which is British Airways. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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British Airways flight schedulefrom Colombo to London Gatwick

British Airways is a member of Oneworld
British Airways flights start in October
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Colombo to London Gatwick Flights

Flights from CMB to LGW are operated once a week. All flights depart at 11:00.

You can fly in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class. First Class is not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Colombo to London Gatwick takes 11 hours and 30 minutes. The flight distance between Colombo and London Gatwick is 5,400 miles (or 8,690 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in London Gatwick?

There are 6 airports in London Gatwick: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

How many flights per week are there from CMB to LGW?

There is 1 flight per week flying from Colombo to London Gatwick (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Colombo to London Gatwick?

11 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to London Gatwick.

How far is London Gatwick from Colombo?

The distance from Colombo to London Gatwick is 5,400 miles (8,690 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from CMB airport to LGW airport?

British Airways is the only airline flying nonstop from Colombo to London Gatwick.

What alliances have direct flights from Colombo to London Gatwick?

Oneworld is currently the only alliance flying nonstop from Colombo to London Gatwick.

What classes are available from Colombo to London Gatwick?

You can fly non-stop in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Colombo to London Gatwick?

Aircraft types that fly from Colombo to London Gatwick:

  • Boeing 777

What is the earliest flight departing from Colombo to London Gatwick?

The earliest flight departs at 11:00 from Colombo and arrives at 18:00 at London Gatwick.

What is the latest flight available from Colombo to London Gatwick?

The latest flight departs at 11:00 from Colombo and arrives at 18:00 at London Gatwick.

Popular flights from Colombo via London Gatwick

Non-stop flights from CMB to LGW

5,400 miles (8,690 km)  ·  11h 30m

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