Flying from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) departing from here.
Surat Gujarat Airport is located in Surat. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to STV.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Colombo to STV. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The distance from central Colombo to CMB is roughly 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near STV instead:
Getting from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to central Surat
Surat Gujarat Airport to the centre of Surat is around 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport from C$261 or travel return from just C$467. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find flight tickets from Colombo to STV. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Surat, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Surat is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Colombo to STV in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 17ºC and 30ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport.
More about Surat
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Surat Gujarat Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Surat:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Surat itinerary.
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