Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Paris: what you need to know
Approximately 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo, where Bandaranaike International Airport is located.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with three weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from CMB to CDG is with SriLankan Airlines at 03:25. Choose the first departure operated by SriLankan Airlines at 00:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your CMB to Paris flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll arrive.
Book your favourite seat with SriLankan Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from CMB to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near CMB. Whether you have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
75.71% of flights that leave from Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Paris
C$307 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris flight. Return flight tickets start from C$878. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap flights from CMB to Paris, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Explore without limits with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and chase adventure across Paris and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CMB to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near ORY. Kick back and get cozy after your CMB to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel close to BVA. Check in to one of these stays after your CMB to Paris flight:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
Around three weeks ahead of your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Paris in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Paris, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top sights which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.