Flights from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Colombo

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Cheap Flights From Bandaranaike Intl. Airport Starting At $71 One Way, $179 Round Trip

Prices starting at $179 for return flights and $71 for one-way flights to were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Jun 24 - Sun, Jun 30
CMB
Colombo
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Mon, Jun 24 from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sun, Jun 30, priced at $179 found 1 day ago
Sat, Jun 29 - Sun, Jun 30
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
$199 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sat, Jun 29 from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, Jun 30, priced at $199 found 14 hours ago
Mon, Jun 24 - Sun, Jun 30
CMB
Colombo
DMK
Bangkok
$260 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Thai AirAsia flight, departing Mon, Jun 24 from Colombo to Bangkok, returning Sun, Jun 30, priced at $260 found 1 day ago
Tue, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 30
CMB
Colombo
SIN
Singapore
$278 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Tue, Sep 24 from Colombo to Singapore, returning Mon, Sep 30, priced at $278 found 1 day ago
Wed, May 15 - Wed, Jun 12
CMB
Colombo
MLE
Male
$286 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$286
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 15 from Colombo to Male, returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $286 found 6 hours ago

Cheap Flights to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport starting at $71 One Way, $179 Round Trip

One way and return prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Mon, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 12
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
CMB
Colombo
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Mon, Jun 10 from Kuala Lumpur to Colombo, returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Mon, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 23
DMK
Bangkok
CMB
Colombo
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Thai AirAsia flight, departing Mon, Oct 14 from Bangkok to Colombo, returning Wed, Oct 23, priced at $201 found 1 day ago
Wed, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 10
SIN
Singapore
CMB
Colombo
$274 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Wed, Sep 4 from Singapore to Colombo, returning Tue, Sep 10, priced at $274 found 6 days ago
Thu, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 16
BKK
Bangkok
CMB
Colombo
$335 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 10 from Bangkok to Colombo, returning Wed, Oct 16, priced at $335 found 23 hours ago
Tue, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 27
HKG
Hong Kong
CMB
Colombo
$338 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 19 from Hong Kong to Colombo, returning Wed, Nov 27, priced at $338 found 6 days ago

Deals On This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CMBChennaiMay 17 to May 19$202
CMBSepangMay 19 to June 2$235
CMBBangkokMay 19 to May 24$260
CMBSingaporeMay 19 to June 4$299
CMBHulhuléMay 17 to May 20$337
CMBMelbourneMay 19 to May 31$657
CMBRomeMay 17 to May 26$815
CMBRomeMay 17 to May 26$815
*Prices include taxes and fees

Airport Data

Airport IATA Code
CMB
Lowest Flight Price
$71
Available Airline Carriers 
IndiGo, AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, China Eastern Airlines

Fly to Bandaranaike Airport

Colombo is a port city, with a range of experiences to offer tourists. Take a tuk-tuk or open top bus tour of the city to get a feel for the place, or shop for anything from designer goods at the mall, to handicrafts at Pettah market. Mount Lavinia suburb is a great place to visit the beaches and dine on excellent seafood at Beach Wadiya.

Lots to Do

For sightseeing, check out the Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Gangarama Vihara, an ornate Buddhist temple. Kids may prefer the sights and sounds of the Leisure World theme park, and golfers will surely want to indulge in a round at the famous Royal Colombo Golf Club.

Getting Around

When you fly to Bandaranaike Airport (CMB), you are about a 25 minute drive from Colombo. The city is accessible by a luxury bus service that leaves the airport every 15 minutes, or an Airport Express Rail service. If you have rented a car at the airport, simply drive onto the Colombo-Katanayake Expressway which will take you straight into Colombo.

Hints and tips
Stroll the streets and grab a Sri Lankan Kothu Rotti, a famous bread and meat snack.

Outside the city limits lie safari trips, and many visitors choose to in these experiences during their stay in Sri Lanka.

Frequently asked questions

Where can you fly to from Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)?
Flights from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) take passengers around the world, but the top three destinations for international travelers are Mulaku Atoll, Baa Atoll and Rasdhoo.
Does Colombo International Airport have a hotel?
Unfortunately, there aren’t any hotels in the immediate surrounds of Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). That said, you’re certain to find a great place to stay before your flight if you look a little farther out.Only a short cab ride from the terminals, the Airport resort could be just what you’re looking for. It features luggage storage services, a rooftop terrace and business center facilities. The Lagoon Waves Hotel is also close by. Here you can use luggage storage services, 24-hour business center and concierge services. With handy options like these, you definitely won’t need to sleep on the airport floor if you have an early flight.
What airlines fly out of Colombo International Airport?
Whether you’re yearning to explore a new country or rediscover one of your favorites, scroll through these major carriers offering flights from Colombo International Airport:

  • SriLankan Airlines
  • Air India
  • IndiGo

If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight from Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans from Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights from Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight from Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is CMB?
CMB is the three-letter code used to reference Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) in travel itineraries and for ticketing purposes. This identifier is determined by the trade association, IATA, for airports across the globe.
Are there private lounges in Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Yes. There is at least one private lounge at Colombo Airport (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.). Some factors that determine whether you’ll be allowed access to the lounge include where you’re flying to, your air carrier and your membership ranking.

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