Travelling from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Colombo: what you need to know
Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi. Operating on the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Tbilisi.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from TBS to Colombo. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you have a passport from Georgia, you'll need an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Tbilisi, TBS can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 58 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near TBS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Colombo
C$440 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts at C$944. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from TBS to Colombo, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to RML if you're catching a late flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tbilisi International 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 also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from TBS to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Or, book flights from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from TBS to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
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