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Cheap flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £702

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
GLA — CMB
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult
Sat 11/5
Sat 18/5

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow Intl (GLA) 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 6 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£759

Round-trip from

£701
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Glasgow Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, book at least 49 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 7% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £751 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £1,061.

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

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Glasgow Intl Airport. Prices for May average £900 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £700. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a May flight can save you 35% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (GLA - CMB)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

Cheap British Airways flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Glasgow Intl and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 869,692 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Consider these cheap British Airways flights we've found departing from Glasgow to Colombo. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sun 8/915:45GLA - CMB
2 stops20h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 20/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£782
Sat 7/916:10GLA - CMB
2 stops19h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 20/903:35CMB - GLA
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£790
Thu 5/918:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 20/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£807
Thu 3/1018:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 6/1003:35CMB - GLA
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£808
Sat 14/919:40GLA - CMB
2 stops25h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 28/910:30CMB - GLA
2 stops54h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£809
Thu 5/918:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 23/904:55CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£832
Fri 6/910:35GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 20/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£857
Fri 6/911:45GLA - CMB
2 stops16h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 21/903:35CMB - GLA
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£882
Sun 15/918:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Thu 26/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£906

Cheap Emirates flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Glasgow Intl and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 869,692 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Emirates flights from Glasgow to Colombo. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sat 14/914:35GLA - CMB
1 stop21h 30mEmirates
Sat 28/910:25CMB - GLA
2 stops30h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£826
Thu 3/1014:35GLA - CMB
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Sun 6/1003:05CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£858
Sat 14/914:35GLA - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEmirates
Sat 28/917:35CMB - GLA
1 stop23h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£861
Sat 7/914:35GLA - CMB
2 stops38h 20mEmirates
Fri 20/903:05CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£885
Sat 31/814:35GLA - CMB
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Sat 14/910:25CMB - GLA
2 stops30h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£912
Thu 3/1014:35GLA - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEmirates
Sun 6/1002:05CMB - GLA
1 stop15h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£938
Thu 29/814:35GLA - CMB
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Sat 14/903:05CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£968
Mon 16/914:35GLA - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEmirates
Wed 25/903:05CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£973
Sat 31/814:35GLA - CMB
2 stops38h 20mEmirates
Fri 13/903:05CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 5/5£986

Glasgow Intl to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Glasgow Intl and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 869,692 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Glasgow to Colombo in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 2/1006:10GLA - CMB
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/1018:45CMB - GLA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£702
Tue 5/1106:10GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/1118:55CMB - GLA
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£756
Tue 5/1113:15GLA - CMB
2 stops23h 35mEmirates
Mon 18/1102:55CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 05mEmirates
Deal found 6/5£763
Tue 5/1106:10GLA - CMB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1100:40CMB - GLA
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£764
Sun 8/915:45GLA - CMB
2 stops20h 05mBritish Airways
Fri 20/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£782
Wed 2/1008:20GLA - CMB
2 stops20h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 15/1003:35CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5£788
Sat 7/916:10GLA - CMB
2 stops19h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 20/903:35CMB - GLA
2 stops19h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£790
Thu 5/918:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 20/920:20CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£807
Thu 3/1018:30GLA - CMB
2 stops17h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 6/1003:35CMB - GLA
2 stops18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/5£808

Find flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 869,692 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.

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£782 - £1,420

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Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 8/9

2 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/9

2 stops17h 45m

£782

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sat 7/9

2 stops19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/9

2 stops19h 50m

£790

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 5/9

2 stops17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/9

2 stops17h 45m

£807

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sat 31/8

2 stops20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/9

2 stops39h 55m

£821

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sat 14/9

1 stop21h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/9

2 stops30h 50m

£826

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 3/10

2 stops23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/10

1 stop14h 10m

£858

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 29/8

2 stops17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/9

2 stops35h 20m

£976

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/9

2 stops30h 40m

£1,003

Glasgow IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Tue 13/8

2 stops17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/8

2 stops17h 15m

£1,420

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When is the best time to book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Glasgow Intl to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Glasgow Intl to Colombo is currently £0 while a return flight costs £920. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £879). Flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,153). 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.

January

£775

February

£762

March

£747

April

£707

May

£700

June

£728

July

£919

August

£795

September

£746

October

£757

November

£736

December

£806

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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 6 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways from Glasgow to Colombo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.9
Good
1,602 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.7
Good
4,439 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

7.3
Good
1,371 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

6.8
Okay
6,873 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,996 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under £800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on British Airways for just £782, but on average you can expect to pay £869.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £782. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £826 and £976, respectively. British Airways is priced at 13% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does GLA to CMB mean?

    Glasgow Intl Airport is GLA and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is CMB. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Glasgow Intl to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Glasgow Intl to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow Intl 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Glasgow Intl to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Glasgow Intl to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Glasgow Intl to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Glasgow Intl to Colombo

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British AirwaysCheapest£660Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£719Average£856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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