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 17h 25m on average. If you fly from Glasgow (another popular airport in Scotland) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 25h.

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 40% 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.

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09:20 - 20:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m3 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:30 - 19:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

26h 40m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dublin

£431Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

09:20 - 20:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m3 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

15:05 - 12:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

25h 50m3 stops Sharjah Manama Bahrain Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

£482Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

13:55 - 19:20GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl

11:00 - 11:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

30h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

£718British Airways

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

14:35 - 17:45GLA Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl

11:00 - 10:20CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl

27h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

£738British Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

10:45 - 06:55EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 40m1 stop Istanbul

06:50 - 09:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 25m1 stop Istanbul

£790Turkish Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

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

15h 35m1 stop Istanbul

07:25 - 09:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

31h 45m1 stop Istanbul

£799Turkish Airlines

Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb

07:30 - 05:50EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 12:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£947SriLankan Airlines

Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

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

17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 12:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£947SriLankan Airlines

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

07:55 - 03:05EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

19:30 - 06:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£1,005Qatar Airways

Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

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

13h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

04:35 - 06:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

£1,008Qatar Airways

Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

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British Airways flights from Scotland to Colombo

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British Airways

10 Nov

GLA13:55Glasgow Intl

23h 55m

2 stops

CMB19:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

24 Nov

CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

30h 20m

1 stop

GLA11:50Glasgow Intl

£718

British Airways

5 Oct

GLA10:00Glasgow Intl

26h 20m

2 stops

CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27 Oct

CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 35m

2 stops

GLA20:20Glasgow Intl

£738

British Airways

7 Sept

GLA17:40Glasgow Intl

18h 40m

2 stops

CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22 Sept

CMB03:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 40m

2 stops

GLA16:45Glasgow Intl

£750

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Tue 29/9

09:20-20:50

3 stops31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/10

21:30-19:40

3 stops26h 40m

£431

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Tue 29/9

09:20-20:50

3 stops31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/10

15:05-12:25

3 stops25h 50m

£482

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GLA Glasgow Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Tue 10/11

13:55-19:20

2 stops23h 55m

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Tue 24/11

11:00-11:50

1 stop30h 20m

£718

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GLA Glasgow Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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14:35-17:45

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/10

11:00-10:20

1 stop27h 50m

£738

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/9

10:45-06:55

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/10

06:50-09:45

1 stop31h 25m

£790

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/2

10:40-07:45

1 stop15h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/2

07:25-09:40

1 stop31h 45m

£799

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/11

07:30-05:50

1 stop16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/11

18:50-12:35

1 stop23h 15m

£947

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/10

07:55-05:55

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/10

18:50-12:35

1 stop23h 15m

£947

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/10

07:55-03:05

1 stop14h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

19:30-06:00

1 stop16h 00m

£1,005

EdinburghColombo

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 10/10

07:55-02:05

1 stop13h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/10

04:35-06:25

1 stop30h 20m

£1,008

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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 £702, 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 £760.

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 £924 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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The best one-way flight to Colombo from Scotland in the past 72 hours is £229. The best return flight deal from Scotland to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £431.

The fastest flight from Scotland to Colombo takes 17h 25m

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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom £631	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,198 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,722 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £702	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,654 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom £721	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,479 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom £727	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 87 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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