Flying from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Moncton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your YQM to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
664 € is the lowest price for a one-way Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 1.598 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YQM to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
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Handy information about Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM)
Of all flights leaving Greater Moncton International Airport, 56.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Moncton to Greater Moncton International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to YQM:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're coming in on a late Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CMB:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Greater Moncton International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you want to visit Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YQM to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are key reasons to visit.
