Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Colombo on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Colombo, with fares starting from just $ 120. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Colombo?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Colombo:

FITS Aviation flies direct to Colombo from Male, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur.
IndiGo also offers direct flights to Colombo from Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.

Here are some other options for flights to Colombo that might include a stopover:

Air Asia flies to Colombo from Melbourne, Sydney, and Bangkok.
Singapore Airlines also heads to Colombo from Adelaide, Brisbane, and Melbourne, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Air India flies to Colombo from lots of spots, including London, Melbourne, and Kathmandu.

Question 3

When traveling to Colombo, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Colombo from over 27 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Colombo?

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Colombo is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Bandaranaike International Airport, flies to 27 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Melbourne, Perth, and Kuala Lumpur. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Colombo?

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The Bandaranaike International Airport, which serves Colombo, is about 27 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Colombo airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 0.25 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Bandaranaike International Airport to the city centre usually costs about 0.60 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Colombo at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Bandaranaike International Airport and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Colombo?

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Planning a trip to Colombo? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 6.80 $
Moderate Dining: 34.60 $
Cheap Restaurant: 11.53 $
Local Beer: 3.23 $
Imported Beer: 4.61 $
Coffee: 3.79 $
Soft Drinks: 1.04 $
Bottled Water: 0.48 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Colombo?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Colombo is during January, February, and March, when the average temperature hits around 32.37 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 31.2 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and December, when temps drop to about 22.53 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Colombo during January, February, and March, when rainfall peaks at around 5.25 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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