467 € Cheap Flights from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo

Compare Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Colombo

Book the best Colombo fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in September.

Alternative Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Bucharest to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found467 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo is 467 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from 467 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni to Colombo is usually August.
If you're flying from Bucharest Otopeni Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from 467 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Colombo on Friday, 29 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest Otopeni Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is located in Bucharest. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Bucharest.

  • To avoid rushing for your OTP to Colombo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from OTP to Colombo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

  • Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near OTP? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 71.27% of flights that leave from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Colombo

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo flight is 188 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 467 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from OTP to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and pick up an awesome deal.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from OTP to Colombo.

  • Save money on your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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 typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CMB. Kick back and get cosy after your OTP to Colombo flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in the low season for a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OTP to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Colombo, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once 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.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, about 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are among the biggest draws.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.