Travelling from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Colombo: what you need to know
Lucknow (the location of Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport) and Colombo share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from LKO to Colombo. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to plan a flight from LKO to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
To travel to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you hold a passport from India. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo.
LKO is around 18 kilometres from central Lucknow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 48 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near LKO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Colombo
C$226 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts from C$402. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LKO to Colombo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After your flight from LKO to Colombo, settle in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Before locking in your flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh 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 like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LKO to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.
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