Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from Colombo to Gan Island

Compare Colombo to Gan Island flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Gan Island

Book the best Gan Island fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Colombo to Gan Island

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Gan Island? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Gan Island.Rs58,277 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,277, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,277 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,277, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,277 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,277, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,349 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,349, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,353 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,353, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,356 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,356, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,356 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,356, select.
Gan Island.Rs58,356 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Gan Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,356, select.

Direct flights from Colombo to Gan Island

Colombo to Gan Island: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to Gan Island below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gan Island.

Colombo to Gan Island: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs58,545
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 53 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Gan Island: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Gan Island is Rs106,425. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Gan Island.
Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Gan Island.
As of August 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Colombo to Gan Island.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Gan Island is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Gan Island Airport on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gan Island but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gan Island is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Gan Island is SriLankan Airlines .

Travelling from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): What you need to know

  • Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN).

  • Gan Island is 30 minutes behind Colombo. Gan/Seenu Airport is located in Gan Island, which follows the UTC+5 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Colombo to GAN.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • RML is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can book a direct Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) flight ticket with departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Check if flying out of CMB makes more sense for your journey.

  • SriLankan Airlines has direct flights from Colombo to GAN leaving from CMB. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.

  • SriLankan Airlines is the top choice for bookings on the CMB to GAN route.

  • SriLankan Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, with 75.0% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Colombo to GAN flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • 75.71% of flights out of Bandaranaike International Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near GAN:

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport is Rs58,545. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs106,913. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • To snag cheap flights from Colombo to GAN, book your flight ticket three months before your departure date.

  • The best month for finding cheap Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Colombo to GAN.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN). January is the most popular month to visit Gan Island. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.

  • The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your Colombo to GAN flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC and 28ºC.

More about Gan Island

  • Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Gan/Seenu Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Gan Island:

  • Your visit to Gan Island isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Gan, Feydhoo Rashikeda Athiri and Feydhoo.

Explore more of the Maldives

  • Gan Island is just the beginning of what the Maldives has to offer. Extend your trip to Hithadhoo, which is around 274 kilometres away to the north. From Valhaathere/ salt water lake , protected area to GTF hut, there's no shortage of things to do in this popular city.

  • Another worthwhile stop in the Maldives, Faresmaathodaa is about 113 kilometres north of Gan Island. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Mount Ayada.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Gan Island

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.