Travelling from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI): what you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI).
Biju Patnaik International Airport is located in Bhubaneswar. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Colombo to BBI.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it simple to find a flight from Colombo to BBI that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CMB and BBI include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
From the centre of Colombo, CMB is around 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BBI if you're taking a late flight from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to central Bhubaneswar
Biju Patnaik International Airport to the centre of Bhubaneswar takes around 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport from C$244 or travel return from just C$429. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get flight tickets from Colombo to BBI. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider choice of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Bhubaneswar. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Bhubaneswar. April is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Colombo to BBI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bhubaneswar
After locking in your flight from Colombo to Biju Patnaik International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bhubaneswar:
Lingaraja Temple and Nandankanan Zoological Park are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Bhubaneswar itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Odisha State Museum.
Complete your Bhubaneswar trip with a car rental
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