Travelling from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) jetting off from here.
Lucknow's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is located in Lucknow.
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 board your flight from Colombo to LKO.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Colombo to LKO leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
CMB is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
About Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Book a hotel close to LKO if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to central Lucknow
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Lucknow. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 48 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport from C$242 or travel return from just C$455. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To score flight tickets from Colombo to LKO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting flight tickets from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for flight tickets from Colombo to LKO every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
April is the quietest time to fly to Lucknow. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Lucknow. The warmest month is May. Book your flights from Colombo to LKO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 42ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 24ºC.
More about Lucknow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lucknow right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport:
Bara Imambara main gate and Chota Imambara are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Lucknow to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rumi Darwaza.
Complete your Lucknow trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Lucknow and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Colombo to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.