Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Bengaluru and Colombo share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Flights from BLR to CMB start from 03:20 — the first with SriLankan Airlines. The last departure is at 21:20 with SriLankan Airlines. Overall, there are 67 weekly Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights.
Your BLR to CMB flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
IndiGo has direct flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BLR to CMB flights, with 88.24% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BLR and CMB include:
Madurai Airport
Cochin International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
C$124 is the lowest price for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$256. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from BLR to CMB by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BLR to CMB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
71.17% of flights that depart Kempegowda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BLR:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BLR to CMB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Journey around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its top sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are key highlights.