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Colombo.RM5,232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,232, select.
Colombo.RM5,233 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,233, select.
Colombo.RM5,233 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,233, select.
Colombo.RM5,234 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,234, select.
Colombo.RM5,235 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 11 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,235, select.
Colombo.RM5,237 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,237, select.
Colombo.RM5,648 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,648, select.
Colombo.RM5,649 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,649, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Glasgow to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from RM5,234
Oct
from RM6,362
Nov
from RM5,232
Dec
from RM5,235
Jan
from RM5,649
Feb
from RM5,649
Mar
from RM5,648
Apr
from RM6,201
May
from RM5,734
Jun
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Jul
from RM7,005
Aug
from RM6,976

Alternative Glasgow to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Glasgow to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Glasgow to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM5,232
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Glasgow to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Glasgow to Colombo is RM5,232. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Glasgow to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM5,232.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Glasgow to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Colombo is usually November.
If you're flying from Glasgow, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from RM5,232.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow to Colombo on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Glasgow and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Emirates .

Travelling from Glasgow to Colombo: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Colombo.

  • Come in for landing at Colombo's chief entry point, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Colombo is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Glasgow and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Glasgow to Colombo flight.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Colombo

  • To find cheap Glasgow to Colombo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score an awesome deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Glasgow to Colombo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Glasgow to Colombo flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Glasgow

Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Glasgow to Colombo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to Colombo? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CMB:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 27 kilometres from central Colombo. After your flight from Glasgow to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Glasgow to Glasgow. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Glasgow in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Colombo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Colombo, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Glasgow to Colombo

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