Travelling from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to Colombo: what you need to know
Srinagar (the location of Srinagar International Airport) and Colombo share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from SXR to Colombo. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from SXR to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you have a passport from India, you'll need a visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
SXR is approximately 11 kilometres from central Srinagar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SXR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Srinagar International Airport (SXR) to Colombo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo is C$309. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$638. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SXR to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
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 in a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). As soon as your flight from Srinagar 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 also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After your flight from SXR to Colombo, settle in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your flight from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SXR to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Srinagar International Airport to Colombo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
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