Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from VIE to Colombo. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You will need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from Austria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
VIE is about 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 58 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Colombo
C$424 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$809. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VIE to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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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 a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
As soon as your flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from VIE to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your travel dates before scheduling your flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Colombo in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from VIE to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
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