Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Colombo: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 23 minutes.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Operating on the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah.
With 4 flights a week between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route. SriLankan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 17:55. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from JED to CMB is with SriLankan Airlines at 20:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from JED to Colombo.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Colombo are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) will be where your journey ends.
SriLankan Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JED to Colombo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
If you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia, you will need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
To get to JED from central Jeddah, it'll take about 21 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near JED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Colombo
C$204 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo. Return flights start at C$427. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from JED to Colombo by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo is around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Book a hotel near RML if you're catching a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from JED to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Or, schedule your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo for March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from JED to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
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