Travelling from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Larnaca and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LCA to CMB flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LCA and CMB:
Ben Gurion International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Currently, 188 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 359 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCA to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
78.93% of flights taking off from Larnaca International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Larnaca to Larnaca International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LCA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Book a hotel close to CMB if you're taking a late Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and discover more of Colombo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Colombo in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Larnaca International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LCA to CMB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Journey about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to check off its top attractions. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, your itinerary will be busy.
Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.