Cheap flights from Kyiv to Colombo from £302

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Due to the war in Ukraine, we currently can’t offer itineraries from Kyiv to Colombo. You can check out our flight options to nearby cities.

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2 stops
Sun, May 24
Iași IASColombo CMB
£302
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3 stops
Sun, May 24
Iași IASColombo CMB
£369
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1 stop
Wed, May 27
Iași IASColombo CMB
£428
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2 stops
Sun, May 24
Iași IASColombo CMB
£436
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2 stops
Mon, May 25
Iași IASColombo CMB
£454
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2 stops
Tue, May 26
Iași IASColombo CMB
£460
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2 stops
Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
Iași IASColombo CMB
£873
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Sun, May 24 – Wed, May 27
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£908
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2 stops
Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
Iași IASColombo CMB
£918
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Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
Iași IASColombo CMB
£921
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Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
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£941
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Fri, May 29 – Wed, Jun 3
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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£302

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£409

Cheapest round-trip

£873

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Qatar Airways

Getting from Colombo airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus or airport shuttle.

Colombo is served by Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), located approximately 32 km north of the city center. This is Sri Lanka's main international gateway, handling the vast majority of international flights. Various airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including taxis, ride-hailing services, airport shuttles, public buses, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 45 minutes to over 2 hours depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours on the Colombo-Negombo road.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

45-90 min

fixed rate to Colombo Fort area (~$11–14 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and fixed pricing

45-90 min

app-based pricing, varies with demand (~$8–12 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

60-120 min

to Colombo Fort (~$0.50 USD)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

50-90 min

air-conditioned service (~$1.50–2.50 USD)

every 30–45 min (traffic dependent)

comfort on a budget

45-90 min

sedan; higher for larger vehicles (~$15–25 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

45-90 min

app-based pricing (~$9–14 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

familiar app experience

Notes:

  • Prices in LKR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic between the airport and Colombo city center can be very heavy, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Allow extra time during peak periods.
  • Pre-paid taxi counters are located in the arrivals hall and offer fixed rates to various destinations.
  • Ride-hailing apps require local mobile data or WiFi to function.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Colombo

Depart from
Boryspil International
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
193
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa - Galle Fort - Sigiriya - Sri Lanka - Tooth Temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka - World's End, Sri Lanka

Check-in for a flight from Kyiv to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes
LOT Polish AirlinesLOTLONo
EmiratesUAEEKNo
RyanairRYRFRNo
PegasusPGTPCNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Colombo

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January30°C23°C
February31°C23°C
March31°C25°C
April31°C26°C
May30°C26°C
June29°C25°C
July28°C25°C
August28°C25°C
September28°C25°C
October29°C25°C
November29°C24°C
December29°C23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Coldest month
23°C
January
Sunny days
176
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
17 May
98%
29°C27°C
24 May
84%
30°C28°C
Monday
18 May
89%
29°C27°C
25 May
88%
29°C28°C
Tuesday
19 May
81%
29°C27°C
26 May
88%
29°C27°C
Wednesday
20 May
89%
29°C28°C
27 May
82%
28°C26°C
Thursday
21 May
89%
30°C28°C
28 May
87%
29°C27°C
Friday
22 May
84%
29°C28°C
29 May
89%
28°C27°C
Saturday
23 May
88%
29°C28°C
30 May
87%
28°C27°C
Travelers usually depart from Boryspil International, Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany), Kyiv - Palats Ukraina, Kyiv - Teremki, or Kiew - Maidan Nezalezhnosti when they travel from Kyiv to Colombo. Book your trip to arrive at Bandaranaike International, or Colombo - Fort. The most popular airlines for this route are Qatar Airways, LOT Polish Airlines, Emirates, Ryanair, and Pegasus. Kyiv and Colombo have 193 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Colombo, consider visiting Ancient City of Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, Sigiriya - Sri Lanka, Tooth Temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka, and World's End, Sri Lanka.

Frequently asked questions

Which airports are there in Kyiv?
Kyiv is mainly served by Boryspil International. But there are other airports nearby, including Kyiv International Airport (Zhuliany), Gostomel Airport.
What airports are near Colombo?
The main airport in Colombo is Bandaranaike International. It is also served by Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya.
Which airlines fly between Kyiv and Colombo?
Currently, you can fly between Kyiv and Colombo with Qatar Airways, LOT Polish Airlines, Emirates, Ryanair, Pegasus.
When’s the best time to travel between Kyiv and Colombo?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Kyiv and Colombo, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Kyiv and Colombo?
Traveling between Kyiv and Colombo, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Colombo?
There are a number of airports in and around Colombo. The main one is Bandaranaike International and other nearby airports include Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kyiv and Colombo depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Kyiv, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kyiv and Colombo arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Colombo, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Kyiv and Colombo depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Kyiv, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do flights between Kyiv and Colombo arrive?

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