Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from GLA to Colombo, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from GLA to Colombo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near GLA. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Colombo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo is C$664. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,126. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GLA to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to RML if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GLA to Colombo, rest your head at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo during high season if you prefer a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Or, book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from GLA to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Colombo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
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Select one of our car rentals in Colombo and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Glasgow International Airport to Colombo.