Flying from Colombo to Seoul: what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Seoul taking off from here.
When landing in Seoul, Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the chief entry points.
Hop on a direct Colombo to Seoul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 50 minutes.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Colombo to Seoul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Seoul
Currently, C$233 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$425. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap Colombo to Seoul flights, reserve your trip four months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Colombo to Seoul. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Colombo to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Colombo to Seoul flights.
Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Set off from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) on a nonstop flight from Colombo to Seoul. From CMB, you can land directly at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
Secure your Colombo to Seoul plane tickets with SriLankan Airlines. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from CMB.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Colombo to Seoul flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Seoul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get to the centre depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Check out your options for getting into town after your flight from Colombo to Seoul has arrived.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near GMP. Unwind after your Colombo to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Seoul. July is the most popular month to travel to Seoul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Colombo to Seoul ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Seoul, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Seoul travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its leading sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Korea, consider Incheon, about 56 kilometres west of Seoul. Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스 are the start of reasons to visit.