Travelling from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Vijayawada and Colombo are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you get on your VGA to CMB flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
At the moment, 104 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vijayawada Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 226 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from VGA to CMB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Vijayawada Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from VGA to CMB.
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Handy information about Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
When it comes to Vijayawada Airport's on-time performance, 77.4% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Vijayawada Airport from central Vijayawada, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near VGA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vijayawada Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
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For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from Vijayawada Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. For smaller crowds, go 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 Vijayawada Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VGA to CMB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you want to check out another major destination in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are key reasons to visit.