Flying from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Colombo: what you need to know
Palma de Mallorca Airport is located in Palma. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Palma.
To ensure you catch your flight from PMI to Colombo, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Finding a stopover on your flight from PMI to Colombo is a cinch. Whether you're eager to potentially save cash on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A key stop is Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
If you hold a passport from Spain, you will need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
PMI is about 11 kilometres from central Palma. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to PMI? If you're catching an early flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Colombo
C$513 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo. Return flights start at C$937. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PMI to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from PMI to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Or, book your flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from PMI to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Colombo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
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