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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka from £566

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CMB
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£566

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£1,113
22/5-1/6
  • 22/5-1/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Thu 22/511:10EDI - CMB
3 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/604:05CMB - EDI
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£566
Fri 21/1108:10EDI - CMB
1 stop22h 15mSWISS
Sat 29/1113:25CMB - EDI
1 stop35h 00mSWISS
Deal found 16/4£660
Thu 22/515:10EDI - CMB
1 stop21h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 1/618:40CMB - EDI
1 stop16h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/4£684
Thu 20/1106:00EDI - CMB
2 stops48h 25mLufthansa
Wed 3/1209:55CMB - EDI
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4£687
Mon 24/1116:30EDI - CMB
1 stop15h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 30/1121:55CMB - EDI
1 stop17h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/4£779
Tue 27/515:10EDI - CMB
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 3/603:35CMB - EDI
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/4£939
Sun 23/1120:40EDI - CMB
2 stops16h 15mEmirates
Sat 29/1102:45CMB - EDI
1 stop21h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/4£989
Wed 8/1007:55EDI - CMB
1 stop21h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 20/1004:35CMB - EDI
2 stops17h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/4£1,037
Sat 22/1105:45EDI - CMB
2 stops25h 40mKLM
Sun 30/1113:55CMB - EDI
2 stops31h 50mKLM
Deal found 16/4£1,112
Mon 24/1107:30EDI - CMB
2 stops34h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 1/1200:40CMB - EDI
2 stops34h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/4£1,166
Mon 21/406:00EDI - CMB
2 stops25h 20mAir France
Fri 25/412:50CMB - EDI
2 stops31h 55mAir France
Deal found 16/4£1,333

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

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Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/5

11:10-14:20

3 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/6

04:05-14:40

2 stops39h 05m

£566

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 22/5

15:10-16:50

1 stop21h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/6

18:40-06:25

1 stop16h 15m

£684

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 27/5

15:10-17:45

1 stop22h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/6

03:35-13:40

1 stop14h 35m

£939

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/10

07:55-09:40

1 stop21h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

04:35-17:45

2 stops17h 40m

£1,037

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/7

21:50-19:15

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/7

20:35-20:15

2 stops28h 10m

£1,196

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/7

10:35-05:15

1 stop14h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/7

06:45-09:35

1 stop31h 20m

£2,475

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/7

06:00-11:50

2 stops25h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/7

12:50-13:25

2 stops29h 05m

£3,225

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/7

15:10-22:55

2 stops27h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/7

00:05-13:40

2 stops42h 05m

£5,460

EdinburghColombo

EDI - CMB

EDICMB

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/7

06:15-23:35

2 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 20/7

00:50-21:15

2 stops48h 55m

£5,776

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Deals found on 16/4

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka (average of £841). Flying from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 17 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sri Lanka from Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka (average of £841). Flying from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,277). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Sri Lanka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£572Average£865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£654Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest£682Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£684Average£973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£775Average£931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£821Average£977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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