How long does it take to fly to Colombo?

The flight from Scotland to Colombo depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Edinburgh (a popular airport in Scotland) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Colombo), then the flight time is 14h 20m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 17h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to Colombo?

Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to Colombo

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Scotland according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Colombo?

Prices for flights from Scotland to Colombo were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Colombo?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Scotland to Colombo as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Colombo?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Colombo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£375 Cheap Flights from Scotland to Colombo in 2026

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13:35 - 04:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

34h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl Sharjah

05:20 - 18:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

42h 05m3 stops Sharjah Yerevan Paris Beauvais-Tille

£533Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

13:35 - 03:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

33h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Muscat Seeb

05:20 - 12:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

35h 35m2 stops Sharjah Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£547Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

06:25 - 09:00GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

04:15 - 20:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

21h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

£672British Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

06:25 - 09:00GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

19:30 - 13:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

23h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

£672British Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

10:55 - 16:30GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

24h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl

04:15 - 19:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

20h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

£788Qatar Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

08:45 - 16:30GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl

04:15 - 15:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

16h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow

£799Qatar Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

10:45 - 05:20EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 05m1 stop Istanbul

08:25 - 16:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

36h 05m1 stop Istanbul

£808Turkish Airlines

Sun, 4 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

16:20 - 07:45EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

33h 55m1 stop Istanbul

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

35h 35m1 stop Istanbul

£809Turkish Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

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

17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:45 - 13:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£893SriLankan Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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

17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:45 - 13:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£894SriLankan Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

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Emirates flights from Scotland to Colombo

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Emirates

18 Nov

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

13h 15m

1 stop

CMB08:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1 Dec

CMB02:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,007

Emirates

26 Nov

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

23h 20m

2 stops

CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

30 Nov

CMB02:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,048

Emirates

20 Nov

GLA13:35Glasgow Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

CMB21:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26 Nov

CMB21:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

GLA11:35Glasgow Intl

£1,068

British Airways flights from Scotland to Colombo

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British Airways

23 Nov

GLA06:25Glasgow Intl

21h 05m

1 stop

CMB09:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1 Dec

CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 35m

2 stops

GLA20:20Glasgow Intl

£672

British Airways

23 Nov

GLA06:25Glasgow Intl

21h 05m

1 stop

CMB09:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29 Nov

CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

GLA10:35Glasgow Intl

£698

British Airways

23 Nov

GLA09:45Glasgow Intl

17h 30m

2 stops

CMB08:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29 Nov

CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

GLA10:35Glasgow Intl

£736

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Thu 1/10

13:35-04:30

3 stops34h 25m

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Mon 12/10

05:20-18:55

3 stops42h 05m

£533

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Thu 10/9

13:35-03:50

3 stops33h 45m

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Mon 28/9

05:20-12:25

2 stops35h 35m

£547

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06:25-09:00

1 stop21h 05m

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2 stops21h 35m

£672

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GLA Glasgow Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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06:25-09:00

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/12

19:30-13:05

2 stops23h 05m

£672

GlasgowColombo

GLA Glasgow Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLACMB

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Wed 25/11

10:55-16:30

2 stops24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

04:15-19:20

2 stops20h 35m

£788

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GLA Glasgow Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLACMB

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Mon 23/11

08:45-16:30

2 stops26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/11

04:15-15:40

2 stops16h 55m

£799

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 4/10

10:45-05:20

1 stop14h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/10

08:25-16:00

1 stop36h 05m

£808

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/11

16:20-07:45

1 stop33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

09:15-15:20

1 stop35h 35m

£809

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EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

07:55-05:55

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 20/9

18:45-13:40

1 stop23h 25m

£893

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

07:55-05:55

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/9

18:45-13:40

1 stop23h 25m

£894

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Scotland is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around £703, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around £774.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scotland to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around £922 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Scotland for as low as £785 on momondo.

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Best price found	£375
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
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The best one-way flight to Colombo from Scotland in the past 72 hours is £375. The best return flight deal from Scotland to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £533.

The fastest flight from Scotland to Colombo takes 14h 20m

There are no direct flights from Scotland to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Scotland to Colombo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Scotland to Colombo

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to Colombo?
Prices for flights from Scotland to Colombo were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to Colombo?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Scotland to Colombo as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to Colombo?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to Colombo

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British Airways	PriceFrom £569	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,181 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £660	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,739 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £703	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,657 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £711	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,477 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom £732	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 87 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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