Flying from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organizing your cheap ticket from VNS to CMB, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
C$185 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Return flights start at C$417. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flight tickets from VNS to CMB, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Varanasi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 36 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to VNS:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reserve a hotel close to CMB if you're catching a late flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo is around 39 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from VNS to CMB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by finding a fantastic stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from VNS to CMB, explore our selection of hotel options including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Colombo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Colombo vacation.
