IAG Cargo Adds London Gatwick–Colombo Route for Winter 2026/27
The three-times-weekly service is scheduled to begin on October 23, 2026, alongside more flights to Bangkok.
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IAG Cargo plans to launch a direct London Gatwick–Colombo cargo service on October 23, 2026, as part of its 2026/27 winter schedule, according to Air Cargo Week.
Key details
- Air Cargo Week reports that the Colombo route will operate three times weekly. - The service is intended to carry Sri Lankan exports including garments, perishables, rubber products, tyres and automotive components. - IAG Cargo plans to increase London Gatwick–Bangkok flights from three to six per week. - The report says London Heathrow–Delhi service increased from 14 to 21 flights per week in September, without specifying the year.
IAG Cargo plans to operate three weekly flights between London Gatwick and Colombo.
Why it matters
The planned Colombo route would add a direct air-cargo link from London Gatwick for Sri Lankan export shipments. The report also says IAG Cargo serves 29 North American destinations from London, Dublin, Madrid and Barcelona.
What happens next
The Colombo service is scheduled to start October 23, 2026. No further timeline was announced for the Bangkok frequency increase.
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