Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Colombo: what you need to know
Hamburg Airport is located in Hamburg. Following the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Hamburg.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HAM to Colombo flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from HAM to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel near HAM? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Colombo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 75.01% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Colombo
214 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket right now is 429 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from HAM to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Hamburg Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from HAM to Colombo.
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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 grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Hamburg Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your HAM to Colombo flight, settle in at a hotel near CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before booking your flights from Hamburg Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Hamburg Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HAM to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.