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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £325

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CMB
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Colombo

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 June 2026.

Wed 25/1112:00
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/1203:25
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£708
Wed 9/906:10
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/917:15
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£740
Thu 2/721:55
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/710:00
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£755
Thu 8/1006:10
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/1018:45
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£762
Tue 16/607:20
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/622:00
CMB
-
EDI
3 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£800
Wed 25/1110:40
EDI
-
CMB
1 stop15h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/1209:15
CMB
-
EDI
1 stop29h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6£821
Mon 2/1110:40
EDI
-
CMB
1 stop13h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1107:25
CMB
-
EDI
1 stop37h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/6£829
Wed 22/707:55
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/823:40
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£831
Mon 2/1106:05
EDI
-
CMB
2 stops17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1117:55
CMB
-
EDI
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£833
Wed 9/910:40
EDI
-
CMB
1 stop14h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/908:25
CMB
-
EDI
1 stop36h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6£842

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£708

One-way from

£325

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July

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September

Average price

£824
25/11-13/12
  • 25/11-13/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Colombo
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8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£54 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

10:40-05:20

1 stop14h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/9

08:25-15:55

1 stop36h 00m

£842

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 27/9

10:40-05:20

1 stop14h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/10

06:50-09:40

1 stop31h 20m

£918

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 27/9

07:55-03:05

1 stop14h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/10

04:35-13:40

1 stop13h 35m

£959
Fastest return journey

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/8

15:10-09:00

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

03:35-13:40

1 stop14h 35m

£1,032

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 27/9

22:00-18:30

2 stops16h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/10

10:05-20:05

1 stop14h 30m

£1,053

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/7

09:40-09:00

2 stops18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/8

03:35-13:40

1 stop14h 35m

£1,161
Cheapest one-way

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

10:30-20:35

2 stops29h 35m

£325

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 16/7

16:55-08:45

3 stops35h 20m

£370

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/9

13:55-16:05

2 stops21h 40m

£383

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

07:25-12:45

1 stop24h 50m

£407

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £774). Flying from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,115). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 9 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
84 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,031 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,579 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines fly from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in about 14h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 5543 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from £299. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £680, and Emirates, from £713. Users have found that IndiGo is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £382. Qatar Airways flights start at £428 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £466 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £774). Flying from Edinburgh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,115). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£299Average£767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£680Average£799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£713Average£1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£725Average£852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£773Average£1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£832Average£946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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