Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
You can choose from three weekly Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flights. The 00:25 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest available. SriLankan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 03:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to CDG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
SriLankan Airlines has direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Paris — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
SriLankan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating CMB to CDG flights, SriLankan Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CMB and CDG:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
At the moment, 278 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 535 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CMB to CDG if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport's on-time performance, 69% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CMB:
Arriving at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Grab a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The quietest month for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Paris, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to CDG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.