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Mon, Nov 23
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£243
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Sun, Nov 22
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£299
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Sat, Nov 28
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£323
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Mon, Nov 23
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£327
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Lyon LYSColombo CMB

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Mon, Nov 23 – Fri, Nov 27
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£566
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Mon, Nov 23 – Fri, Nov 27
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

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Sat, Nov 28 – Thu, Dec 3
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

£613
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Sat, Nov 28 – Fri, Dec 4
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

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Sat, Nov 28 – Thu, Dec 3
Lyon LYSColombo CMB

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Getting from Colombo airport to the city center

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.

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
Lyon–Saint-Exupéry
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
400
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 Lyon to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
PegasusPGTPCNo
Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes
Air ArabiaABYG9No
Fly DubaiFDBFZYes
easyJetEZYU2Yes

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
July29°C25°C
August28°C25°C
September29°C25°C
October29°C25°C
November29°C24°C
December29°C23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Coldest month
23°C
January
Sunny days
171
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
8 Nov
88%
29°C25°C
15 Nov
91%
26°C25°C
Monday
9 Nov
88%
28°C25°C
16 Nov
88%
27°C25°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
82%
28°C25°C
17 Nov
78%
27°C25°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
85%
28°C26°C
18 Nov
83%
28°C25°C
Thursday
12 Nov
79%
29°C26°C
19 Nov
81%
28°C26°C
Friday
13 Nov
66%
29°C26°C
20 Nov
87%
28°C26°C
Saturday
14 Nov
81%
29°C26°C
21 Nov
79%
28°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Pegasus, Qatar Airways, Air Arabia, Fly Dubai, and easyJet. Lyon and Colombo have 400 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.

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