Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Colombo: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat, where Muscat International Airport is located.
With 9 weekly departures between the two airports, Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route. Hop on SalamAir's 22:25 flight to get your journey from MCT to CMB underway.
To ensure you get on your flight from MCT to Colombo, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo. Begin your trip at MCT and touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Get on board with SalamAir. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Colombo.
We make it easy to find a flight from MCT to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When travelling to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Oman. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Muscat International Airport to Colombo.
MCT is around 11 kilometres from central Muscat. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Colombo
C$156 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Muscat International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$369. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from MCT to Colombo, book your trip 9 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Colombo. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 39 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MCT to Colombo, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before scheduling your flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo for March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MCT to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Muscat International Airport to Colombo, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
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