Major airline to launch new route to Sri Lanka, more flights to three U.S. cities
By Veronika Bondarenko
Published on March 16, 2026.
British Airways is set to launch a new route between London Gatwick (LGW) and Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in October 2026, alongside a new year-round route from London Heathrow (LHR) and Melbourne International (MEL) starting in January 2027. The airline is also expanding service to other Western Hemisphere destinations, including Caribbean destinations such as Barbados, St. Joe, and Costa Rica. The new routes represent a significant investment in British Airways' long-haul leisure network. There are currently no direct flights between Sri Lanka and the U.S.
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