Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Rome and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your FCO to CMB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between FCO and CMB:
Ben Gurion International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
C$315 is currently the best price for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$706. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from FCO to CMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from FCO to CMB.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near FCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Colombo in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Journey about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to check off its top attractions. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Jaffna is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.