Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Colombo on eDreams?

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At eDreams you will find flights from ₱4478 to Colombo. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Colombo.

Question 2

When's the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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By this we mean when travellers book their tickets. For the best time to actually travel to Colombo, read on.

Question 3

When's the best time to go to Colombo?

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According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to Colombo is March. The next best month to travel to Colombo is April. And let's not forget February, the third top choice for travelling to Colombo. However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can highlight November as the least popular month for flights to Colombo.

Question 4

What are the cheapest airlines flying to Colombo?

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Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to Colombo, your best bet for cheap flights is: Air Asia: the average price of a one way flight is ₱24,797.11 . The average price of a Manila ticket to Colombo is ₱24,797.11 and ₱29,967.52 if you leave from Cebu. Sun Express: a one-way ticket costs on average ₱25,130.77: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of Manila to Colombo, which amounts to ₱24,723.00 and that of flights departing from Cebu, whose average price is ₱25,401.28. Flyfirefly: the average price of a one-way ticket is ₱27,498.51. The flight between Cebu and Colombo costs on average ₱27,498.51 and the ticket price from Manila round the ₱27,962.81.

Question 5

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

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Airlines flying direct from Philippines to Colombo include:

Air Asia, with flights from Kuala Lumpur, Chennai and from Bangkok, for example.
IndiGo also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Sharjah, Mumbai and Mumbai.
China Southern Airlines, with flights from Delhi to Colombo and Hyderabad and also from Tiruchchirappalli.

Airlines with indirect flights to Colombo include:

Air Asia, which flies from Manila, Bangkok or Hong Kong.
Etihad Airways, with flights from Istanbul and Madrid, as well as from Frankfurt.
Air Arabia, with flights from Madrid, Frankfurt and also Barcelona.

Question 6

How long before a flight to Colombo should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to Colombo, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Colombo departing from over 4 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Colombo with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 7

How many airports are in Colombo and which is the main one?

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Colombo has 1 airport.

Bandaranaike International Airport operates flights to domestic and international destinations to 4 cities.

Some of the most popular destinations are Medan, Manila and Kuala Lumpur.

Question 8

How far is Colombo’s airport from the city centre?

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Colombo’s airport Bandaranaike International Airport is located 27 kms from the city centre.

Question 9

How much is the trip from the airport to Colombo’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 9.59 ₱ per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from Bandaranaike International Airport , the average price for the ride to Colombo centre is around 24.94 ₱ per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Colombo. Pick your preferred car type and get from Bandaranaike International Airport to Colombo city centre on your own terms.

Question 10

What is the weather like in Colombo?

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If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Colombo is in April, March and February, when the average temperature reaches 32º, while January, February and March are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 24 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Colombo during January, February or December to experience an average of 23º. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during November, May and October, when the average precipitation in Colombo is 391mm, while the months of January, February and August are drier, with an average of 83mm.

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