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      Compare Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo flight deals

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      Flight deals from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 7,990. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Colombo.R 3,726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,726, select.
      Colombo.R 3,745 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,745, select.
      Colombo.R 3,803 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,803, select.
      Colombo.R 4,847 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,847, select.
      Colombo.R 4,932 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,932, select.
      Colombo.R 5,683 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,683, select.
      Colombo.R 6,324 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,324, select.
      Colombo.R 7,064 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Mon, 5 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,064, select.
      Colombo.R 7,997 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,997, select.
      Colombo.R 8,012 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,012, select.
      Colombo.R 8,054 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Aug.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Wed, 4 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,054, select.
      Colombo.R 8,284 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Baku Heydar Aliyev International on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,284, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from R 3,745
      Oct
      from R 3,726
      Nov
      from R 3,803
      Dec
      from R 4,847
      Jan
      from R 5,683
      Feb
      from R 4,932
      Mar
      from R 7,997
      Apr
      from R 6,324
      May
      from R 8,284
      Jun
      from R 8,012
      Jul
      from R 7,064
      Aug
      from R 8,054

      Alternative Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo routes

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

      Colombo Ratmalana

      13km from central Colombo
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      Colombo Bandaranayake

      27km from central Colombo
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      from R 3,726
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      Baku to Colombo: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 3,726
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Colombo: Colombo Ratmalana and Colombo Bandaranayake.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo is R 7,990. 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 Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 7,990.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo.
      The cheapest month to fly from Baku Heydar Aliyev International to Colombo is usually October.
      If you're flying from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.3 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from R 7,990.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport 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 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is August, with temperatures averaging 26°C. The rainiest month is November.
      Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

      Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Colombo: what you need to know

      • Colombo is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Baku, where Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

      • To avoid missing your GYD to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

      • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

      • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from GYD to Colombo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

        • Dubai Airport (DXB)

        • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

        • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

      • Travelling from central Baku to GYD takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Searching for a hotel close to GYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

      • Heydar Aliyev International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.46% of flights that take off from GYD reach their destination on time.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Colombo

      • R 3,726 is currently the best price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 7,990. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

      • To find cheap flights from GYD to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

      • Landing cheap tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across the month and land an epic deal.

      • Picking up a cheap flight from GYD to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a new discount appears.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo.

      Airports in Colombo

      Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

      • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

      • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.

      • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

      Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

      • Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.

      • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

      • Following your GYD to Colombo flight, settle in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

      • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

      • Score the best price by securing your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

      Best time to go to Colombo

      • Plan your trip to Colombo during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

      • When booking your Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from GYD to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      More about Colombo

      • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Colombo:

      • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.

      Explore more of Sri Lanka

      • Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

      • Trincomalee is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Baku to Colombo

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.