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 13h 45m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 15h 45m.

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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating 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 6 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.

£343 Cheap Flights from Scotland to Colombo in 2026

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13:35 - 03:50

EDI

CMB

33h 45m

3 stops

21:30 - 23:40

CMB

EDI

30h 40m

3 stops

£570Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

13:35 - 04:55

EDI

CMB

34h 50m

3 stops

21:30 - 19:30

CMB

EDI

26h 30m

3 stops

£571Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

11:30 - 08:45

GLA

CMB

15h 45m

2 stops

03:25 - 15:50

CMB

GLA

17h 55m

2 stops

£706British Airways

Thu, 21 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

06:20 - 09:00

GLA

CMB

21h 10m

1 stop

04:15 - 18:15

CMB

GLA

19h 30m

2 stops

£755British Airways

Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

19:05 - 02:45

GLA

CMB

26h 10m

2 stops

03:25 - 15:50

CMB

GLA

17h 55m

2 stops

£770Qatar Airways

Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

10:40 - 05:55

EDI

CMB

13h 45m

1 stop

07:25 - 09:40

CMB

EDI

31h 45m

1 stop

£792Turkish Airlines

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb

10:45 - 12:40

EDI

CMB

21h 25m

1 stop

08:25 - 16:00

CMB

EDI

36h 05m

1 stop

£831Turkish Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

07:55 - 02:05

EDI

CMB

13h 40m

1 stop

20:20 - 06:25

CMB

EDI

14h 35m

1 stop

£843Qatar Airways

Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

22:00 - 22:10

EDI

CMB

19h 40m

1 stop

17:35 - 20:05

CMB

EDI

31h 00m

1 stop

£1,031Emirates

Mon, 17 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

14:40 - 16:35

GLA

CMB

21h 25m

1 stop

02:55 - 12:40

CMB

GLA

14h 15m

1 stop

£1,034Emirates

Thu, 17 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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British Airways flights from Scotland to Colombo

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British Airways

21 Jan

GLA11:30Glasgow Intl

15h 45m

2 stops

CMB08:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2 Feb

CMB03:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 55m

2 stops

GLA15:50Glasgow Intl

£706

British Airways

11 Nov

GLA06:20Glasgow Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

CMB09:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

24 Nov

CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

19h 30m

2 stops

GLA18:15Glasgow Intl

£755

British Airways

17 Sept

GLA16:25Glasgow Intl

19h 55m

2 stops

CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18 Oct

CMB04:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 55m

2 stops

GLA17:00Glasgow Intl

£770

Qatar Airways flights from Scotland to Colombo

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Qatar Airways

16 Aug

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

CMB03:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

19 Aug

CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,054

Qatar Airways

4 Aug

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

14h 40m

1 stop

CMB03:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 Aug

CMB03:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,155

Qatar Airways

7 Aug

EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 40m

1 stop

CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

30 Aug

CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 35m

1 stop

EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

£1,184

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EDI - CMB

EDICMB

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Wed 9/9

13:35-03:50

3 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/9

21:30-23:40

3 stops30h 40m

£570

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

13:35-04:55

3 stops34h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

21:30-19:30

3 stops26h 30m

£571

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 21/1

11:30-08:45

2 stops15h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/2

03:25-15:50

2 stops17h 55m

£706

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/11

06:20-09:00

1 stop21h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/11

04:15-18:15

2 stops19h 30m

£755

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 11/11

19:05-02:45

2 stops26h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/11

03:25-15:50

2 stops17h 55m

£770

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/1

10:40-05:55

1 stop13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/2

07:25-09:40

1 stop31h 45m

£792

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

10:45-12:40

1 stop21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/9

08:25-16:00

1 stop36h 05m

£831

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EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 18/8

07:55-02:05

1 stop13h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

20:20-06:25

1 stop14h 35m

£843

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/8

22:00-22:10

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

17:35-20:05

1 stop31h 00m

£1,031

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 17/9

14:40-16:35

1 stop21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 20/9

02:55-12:40

1 stop14h 15m

£1,034

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Scotland is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around £685, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Colombo, with average flight prices from Scotland averaging around £713.

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 £914 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 £788 on momondo.

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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 6 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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IndiGo	PriceFrom £296	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £571	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,140 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £632	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,637 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £671	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £698	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,463 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom £735	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 86 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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