Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Colombo . Flying to Colombo in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Colombo?

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The price you pay for your flight to Colombo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Colombo. Flying to Colombo in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 3

Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 4

What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost $109, while return flights cost around $174.

Question 6

How much is a return flight to Colombo?

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A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around $661, however they can be found for as little as $114.

Question 7

Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 25 minutes).

Question 8

Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 9

Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

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Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

Question 10

When is the cheapest time to fly to Colombo?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Colombo should consider flying on Monday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Question 11

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Colombo?

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The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo are SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines.

Question 12

How long is the flight to Colombo?

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On average, a flight from Sydney to Colombo takes 10 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 13

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo are Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Air India.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Return from	$825
One-way from	$412
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$1,039
Good round-trip deal	$987 or less
Good one-way deal	$581 or less

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