Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo and Kolkata (where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located) share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from CCU to Colombo.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from CCU to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you have a passport from India, you'll need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
CCU is about 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 57 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CCU? If you're catching an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Colombo
C$204 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$428. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CCU to Colombo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CMB. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from CCU to Colombo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Colombo in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from CCU to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
After locking in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
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