Travelling from Toronto to Colombo: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Colombo, there's a good range of airports to depart from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the chief entry point to Colombo.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Toronto to Colombo flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Colombo
To pick up cheap Toronto to Colombo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Toronto to Colombo across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Colombo:
62.09% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive according to schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey time to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Colombo flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from YKF arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 63.64% of the time.
Arriving in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Toronto to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before scheduling your flights from Toronto to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Toronto to Colombo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto 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 Toronto to Colombo, browse our selection of hotels including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Colombo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its leading sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
