Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 14m.

Which airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Emirates, British Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Edinburgh according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of £744.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Edinburgh and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 78% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 55m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport refresh daily.

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As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:35 - 20:35EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:55 - 20:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 45m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dublin

£536Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

08:30 - 13:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 45m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Sharjah

21:55 - 20:15CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 50m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen London Stansted

£559Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

07:55 - 02:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

04:15 - 12:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£779Qatar Airways

Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

07:55 - 02:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

04:15 - 12:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£779Qatar Airways

Sat, 17 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

22:00 - 16:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

09:55 - 19:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

£780Emirates

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

22:00 - 16:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

09:55 - 19:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

£780Emirates

Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

10:40 - 07:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 35m1 stop Istanbul

09:15 - 15:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

£796Turkish Airlines

Wed, 17 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar

10:40 - 07:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 35m1 stop Istanbul

09:15 - 15:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

£805Turkish Airlines

Wed, 17 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar

15:10 - 09:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:00 - 07:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

£899British Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

15:10 - 09:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:00 - 07:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

£900British Airways

Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

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Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Qatar Airways

16 Oct

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 40m

1 stop

CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26 Oct

CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 50m

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EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse

£779

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16 Oct

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

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27 Oct

CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 00m

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EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

£779

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17 Feb

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 35m

1 stop

CMB07:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 Mar

CMB09:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

35h 35m

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EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£796

Turkish Airlines

17 Feb

EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse

15h 35m

1 stop

CMB07:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 Mar

CMB09:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

35h 35m

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EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

£805

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11 Jan

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

33h 55m

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CMB07:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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CMB07:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 40m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £878 to £936.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £536.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £764. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of October, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £837.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around £929 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Edinburgh for as low as £788 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

How have Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	£242
Fastest flight time	13h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £242. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £536.

The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 13h 10m

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How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 5536.3 mi away from Edinburgh Turnhouse. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 10m.
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As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Qatar Airways (48% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Turkish Airlines (16%), British Airways (13%), and Emirates (11%).

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British Airways	PriceFrom £669	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,220 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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