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Cheapest return flight
£532
Typical prices: £730-£944
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Sun 18/11Sat 8/12
GLA - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£254
Typical prices: £393-£479
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/12
GLA - CMB • 3 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
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 8% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £922 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 14h 30m (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

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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09:15 - 01:50GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 05m2 stops London Gatwick Sharjah
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14:35 - 20:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
35h 00m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
£532Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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12:35 - 04:30GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 25m2 stops London Gatwick Sharjah
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02:40 - 20:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
22h 55m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
£598Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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07:10 - 13:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 05m3 stops London Stansted Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sharjah
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21:55 - 20:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
27h 45m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen London Stansted
£626Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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07:10 - 09:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 09:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£798British Airways
Mon, 11 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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15:30 - 16:30GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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04:15 - 16:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
17h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£798British Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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09:50 - 09:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 13:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£798British Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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11:55 - 09:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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04:15 - 16:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
17h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£860Qatar Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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11:55 - 09:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 09:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
£860Qatar Airways
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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13:35 - 18:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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21:45 - 11:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
£1,044Emirates
Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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13:35 - 18:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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11:15 - 11:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
29h 45m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
£1,044Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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 £735 return.
•August (£1,310) and June (£996) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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

£254
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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 £730 to £944, with an average of £798 over the past 12 months. Anything below £730 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 two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £798 route average. Book 7 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 £532 to £3,628. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 £734, which is 74% 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
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • 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) – 59% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 41% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Glasgow Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £743 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £902, a difference of £159.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 30m, compared to 16h 47m 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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £743, about £159 less than Saturday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% 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 £735 return in that month – typically £575 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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