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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £267

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — CMB
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 49 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 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

£663

One-way from

£267

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£712
1/10-13/10
  • 1/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Glasgow to Colombo
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6/6
  • 6/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • Glasgow to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£29 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 May 2025.

Wed 1/1005:50GLA - CMB
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/1013:05CMB - GLA
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4£663
Wed 1/1017:40GLA - CMB
2 stops18h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 12/1003:35CMB - GLA
2 stops17h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/4£683
Thu 5/608:55GLA - CMB
2 stops29h 35mChina Eastern
Mon 23/620:30CMB - GLA
2 stops31h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/4£778
Wed 1/1014:35GLA - CMB
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Sun 12/1002:55CMB - GLA
1 stop14h 20mEmirates
Deal found 30/4£935

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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 1 May 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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GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 1/10

05:50-12:45

1 stop26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 13/10

13:05-08:30

1 stop23h 55m

£663

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 1/10

17:40-16:50

2 stops18h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/10

03:35-16:40

2 stops17h 35m

£683

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Thu 5/6

08:55-19:00

2 stops29h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/6

20:30-23:10

2 stops31h 10m

£778

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Wed 1/10

14:35-18:30

2 stops23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/10

02:55-12:45

1 stop14h 20m

£935

GlasgowColombo

GLA - CMB

GLACMB

Glasgow Intl

Fri 6/6

20:55-04:25

3 stops51h 00m

£267

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Deals found on 30/4

Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Colombo

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

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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 49 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 £829). Flying from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,274). 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 1 May 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.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 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 1 May 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
China Eastern
7.1
Good
148 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,845 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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

    British Airways, at £683, was found to be the cheapest airline from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Eastern and Emirates. Users have found that British Airways is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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  • 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 £829). Flying from Glasgow to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,274). 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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