Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo four hours 30 minutes ahead of Oslo.
Your OSL to CMB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between OSL and CMB include:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
At the moment, 228 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 528 €. Remember 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 find cheap tickets from OSL to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
71.98% of flights leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Oslo Airport Gardermoen from central Oslo, it takes about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near OSL:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're arriving on a late Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CMB:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt to explore Colombo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OSL to CMB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without a visit to Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.