Flying from Colombo to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Colombo to Los Angeles.
Arrive in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Give yourself enough time to catch your Colombo to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Los Angeles
To pick up cheap Colombo to Los Angeles flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Colombo to Los Angeles flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport:
75.71% of flights that leave from Bandaranaike International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Follow your own route with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
As soon as your flight from Colombo to Los Angeles has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Colombo to Los Angeles, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Van Nuys Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Colombo to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Colombo to Los Angeles ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Los Angeles, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.