Flying from Victoria to Colombo: what you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Victoria to Colombo.
Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the chief entry point to Colombo.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Victoria.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Victoria to Colombo flight.
During popular months like July, 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 fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Colombo
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Victoria to Colombo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Victoria to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Victoria to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Victoria International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Victoria International Airport, data shows 67.45% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Victoria to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. After your flight from Victoria to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Victoria to Victoria. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Victoria in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Victoria to Colombo tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap flights from Victoria to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Victoria to Colombo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its popular sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Jaffna is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without seeing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
