Flying from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Bengaluru and Colombo follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
You can choose from 24 weekly Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flights. The 03:05 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest available. SriLankan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:20.
To ensure you catch your BLR to CMB flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as November? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
With an impressive 85.8% of services landing on schedule, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier for BLR to CMB flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between BLR and CMB include:
Chennai Airport
Kochi Airport
Madurai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight is 103 €. A return plane ticket right now is 200 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from BLR to CMB by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Handy information about Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Of the departures from Bengaluru Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Bengaluru Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BLR:
Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Consider staying in a hotel near CMB if you're taking a late Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and explore beyond Colombo's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Colombo in March.
Book your flight from Bengaluru Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLR to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.