Flying from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Ranchi and Colombo are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Your IXR to CMB flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between IXR and CMB:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
114 € is the lowest price for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 243 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from IXR to CMB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Of all flights leaving Birsa Munda Airport, 63.79% land on time at their destination.
Birsa Munda Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Ranchi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to IXR:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Colombo in April.
Lock in your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you want to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXR to CMB sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
