Travelling from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED): What you need to know
Dehradun's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport is located in Dehradun.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Colombo to DED. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Colombo to DED departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
About Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DED instead:
Getting from Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED) to central Dehradun
Central Dehradun is around 26 kilometres from Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
148 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport. Return flights start at 283 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to DED, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Discover the best deal on a flight from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. October is the quietest month to go to Dehradun. June is when most people book flights from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Dehradun is May, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Colombo to DED plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Dehradun
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dehradun right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Kedarnath, Kedarkantha Trek and Paragliding and View Point are highlights which should feature on any good Dehradun itinerary.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dehradun. Around 209 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Akshardham Park, Gurudwara Temple and Shahi Masjid.
Around 241 kilometres west of Dehradun, Ludhiana is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.
