Travelling from Colombo to Hobart International Airport (HBA): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Hobart International Airport (HBA) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Hobart is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Hobart International Airport is located in Hobart.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to HBA.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Hobart International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Break up your flight from Colombo to Hobart International Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A major connection between Bandaranaike International Airport and HBA, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
CMB is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to HBA flight, stay in one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.
About Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Hobart International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near HBA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Hobart International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Hobart and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Hobart International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Currently, 298 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Hobart International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 681 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to HBA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Hobart. July is when most people book flights from Colombo to Hobart International Airport (HBA), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Colombo to HBA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Hobart, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
August has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Hobart International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Hobart
Start your Hobart trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Hobart International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Museum of Old and New Art, Wineglass Bay Day Tours and World Heritage Area are highlights which should be on any good Hobart itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Hobart, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 161 kilometres north to Launceston to tick off its popular sights. From Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours to Kings Park and Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Australia, head for Burnie, about 241 kilometres north-west of Hobart. Penguin Observation Centre, Cooee Beach and Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden are key highlights.
