Flying from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Srinagar and Colombo are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To ensure you catch your SXR to CMB flight, 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 general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SXR and CMB:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is C$206. A round-trip ticket right now is C$463. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SXR to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SXR to CMB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Srinagar International Airport (SXR)
Of the departures from Srinagar International Airport, 65.36% land on time at their destination.
Central Srinagar to Srinagar International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel near SXR? If you're boarding an early flight from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Book a hotel close to CMB if you have a late Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to the centre of Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Srinagar International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SXR to CMB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
