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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £703

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CMB
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£703

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£947
31/8-7/9
  • 31/8-7/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • Glasgow to Colombo
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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Sun 31/808:35GLA - CMB
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/921:55CMB - GLA
3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£703
Mon 29/1209:45GLA - CMB
2 stops18h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 14/104:15CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/7£1,032
Sun 31/814:35GLA - CMB
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Sun 7/917:35CMB - GLA
1 stop23h 40mEmirates
Deal found 17/7£1,067

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Glasgow

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Colombo

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Price

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/8

08:35-15:25

2 stops26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/9

21:55-22:55

3 stops29h 30m

£703

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Mon 29/12

09:45-09:45

2 stops18h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/1

04:15-16:00

2 stops17h 15m

£1,032

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Sun 31/8

14:35-22:10

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/9

17:35-12:45

1 stop23h 40m

£1,067

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 1/1

11:30-09:45

2 stops16h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/1

03:25-14:55

2 stops17h 00m

£1,146

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 25 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 Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GLA to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Glasgow 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 19% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 18 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andBritish Airways from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,151 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

    Qatar Airways, at £1,032, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Emirates and British Airways.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). 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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