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Cheapest return flight
£568
Typical prices: £729-£980
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/11Wed 7/11
GLA - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£706
Typical prices: £395-£479
Emirates
Thu 1/11
GLA - CMB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Glasgow Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 9% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £946 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Colombo (GLA-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Glasgow to Colombo

Mon, 2 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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20:55 - 04:30GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 05m2 stops London Gatwick Sharjah
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14:35 - 20:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
35h 10m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
£568Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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11:00 - 04:30GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
36h 00m2 stops London Gatwick Sharjah
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02:40 - 20:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 05m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
£568Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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06:45 - 13:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 30m2 stops Václav Havel Prague Sharjah
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02:40 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
35h 20m3 stops Sharjah Václav Havel Prague Amsterdam Schiphol
£581Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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06:25 - 09:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
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10:35 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
30h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£622British Airways
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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06:25 - 09:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
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10:35 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
30h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£622British Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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09:45 - 09:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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03:25 - 15:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
17h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£646British Airways
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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13:35 - 08:20GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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02:40 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
14h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
£756Emirates
Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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13:35 - 08:20GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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02:40 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
14h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
£757Emirates
Sun, 21 Feb - Thu, 22 Apr
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12:40 - 16:30GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 17:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
25h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£872Qatar Airways
Sat, 13 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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08:25 - 08:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 50m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 09:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£920Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £729 return.
•August (£1,321) and June (£1,004) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£568
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from Glasgow to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Glasgow to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 5,584 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £729 to £980, with an average of £798 over the past 12 months. Anything below £729 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of £798. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £568 to £4,333. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £2,294, which is 441% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Glasgow Intl (GLA) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 46% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £736 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £927, a difference of £191. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 31m, compared to 16h 45m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Glasgow Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of Glasgow Intl Airport (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £736 – about £191 less than Saturday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average £729 return in that month – typically £592 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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