Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is 6 hours 15 minutes.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo two hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah.
Each week, there are four King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 17:55 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:30 with SriLankan Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your JED to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
SriLankan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Colombo (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Sri Lanka!). Browse the direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
SriLankan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JED and CMB include:
King Fahd International Airport
Velana International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Currently, 110 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 266 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JED to CMB.
The cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from JED to CMB is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from JED arrive on schedule 81.7% of the time.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel near JED? If you're boarding an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reserve a hotel close to CMB if you have a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance.
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 get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Colombo in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to check off its top sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.