Travelling from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Antalya, where Antalya Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from AYT to Colombo, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from AYT to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To travel to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey). However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Antalya Airport to Colombo.
AYT is about 14 kilometres from central Antalya. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 38 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near AYT? If you're boarding an early flight from Antalya Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Colombo
C$456 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Antalya Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts from C$962. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AYT to Colombo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Antalya Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Antalya Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these 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. After your flight from Antalya Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CMB. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from AYT to Colombo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo in peak season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Or, schedule your flights from Antalya Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a flight from Antalya Airport to Colombo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from AYT to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Antalya Airport to Colombo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Colombo and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Antalya Airport to Colombo.