Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Colombo: what you need to know
Kolkata (the location of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport) and Colombo share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your CCU to Colombo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CCU to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
CCU is around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near CCU. Whether you have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Colombo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo flight is 98 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 191 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CCU to Colombo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with an incredible deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CCU to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CMB. Unwind and get cosy after your CCU to Colombo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CCU to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular 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 journey is complete without dropping by Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.