Cheap Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Colombo (CMBA)

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Colombo.£412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £412, select.

Colombo.£414 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £414, select.

Colombo.£422 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £422, select.

Colombo.£434 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £434, select.

Colombo.£442 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £442, select.

Colombo.£452 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £452, select.

Colombo.£455 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £455, select.

Colombo.£473 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £473, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Edinburgh to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£412
Cheapest month to fly	April

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to Colombo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Colombo is £412. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Colombo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from £412.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to Colombo?

As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Colombo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Colombo is usually April.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Colombo?

If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 17.1 miles away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from £412.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In February, 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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo with?

Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Colombo: what you need to know

The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to Colombo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from EDI to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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EDI is around 7 miles from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Colombo

£178 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Colombo flight. Return plane tickets start from £412. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from EDI to Colombo, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 10 miles from the centre of Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 20 miles from the centre of Colombo. After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your EDI to Colombo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

Plan your trip to Colombo in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Edinburgh Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 190 miles away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 150 miles north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are key reasons to visit.