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1 stop
Tue, Jul 28
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£272
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Mon, Jul 27
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£284
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Fri, Jul 31
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£284
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Sat, Aug 1
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£289
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Fri, Jul 31
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£334
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Thu, Jul 30
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£334
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Tue, Jul 28 – Sun, Aug 2
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£582
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Sat, Aug 1 – Thu, Aug 6
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£591
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Tue, Jul 28 – Sun, Aug 2
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£600
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Sat, Aug 1 – Wed, Aug 5
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£601
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Sat, Aug 1 – Tue, Aug 4
Mandalay MDLColombo CMB
£603
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Fri, Jul 31 – Wed, Aug 5
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£646
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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£272

Cheapest round-trip

£582

Average round-trip

£610

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Myanmar 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

Rs 3,500 – Rs 4,500; fixed rate to Colombo Fort area (~$11–14 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and fixed pricing

45-90 min

Rs 2,500 – Rs 4,000; app-based pricing, varies with demand (~$8–12 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

60-120 min

Rs 150 – Rs 200; to Colombo Fort (~$0.50 USD)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

50-90 min

Rs 500 – Rs 800; air-conditioned service (~$1.50–2.50 USD)

every 30–45 min (traffic dependent)

comfort on a budget

45-90 min

Rs 5,000 – Rs 8,000; sedan; higher for larger vehicles (~$15–25 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

45-90 min

Rs 2,800 – Rs 4,500; 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
Mandalay International
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
212
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 Mandalay to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Myanmar AirwaysMMA8MYes
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
Thai AirwaysTHATGNo
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Thai AirAsiaAIQFDNo

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
19 Jul
82%
28°C26°C
26 Jul
66%
28°C26°C
Monday
20 Jul
80%
28°C26°C
27 Jul
80%
28°C26°C
Tuesday
21 Jul
69%
29°C26°C
28 Jul
80%
28°C26°C
Wednesday
22 Jul
63%
29°C26°C
29 Jul
73%
28°C26°C
Thursday
23 Jul
77%
28°C26°C
30 Jul
75%
28°C26°C
Friday
24 Jul
52%
29°C26°C
31 Jul
81%
28°C26°C
Saturday
25 Jul
52%
29°C26°C
1 Aug
84%
28°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Myanmar Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways, AirAsia, and Thai AirAsia. Mandalay and Colombo have 212 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

What are the most popular routes to and from Mandalay?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Mandalay and Bangkok, Chiang Mai, New Delhi, Phnom Penh, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Manila, Chennai, Krabi, Sydney, Heraklion, Melbourne, Tachileik, Rome, Phuket City, Chiang Rai Province, Taipei, Heho.
What are the most popular routes to and from Colombo?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Colombo and London, Manchester, Singapore, Bangkok, Dubai, Birmingham, Tel Aviv, Perth, Abu Dhabi, New Delhi, Bali, Malé, Kuala Lumpur, Bristol, Edinburgh, Denpasar, Vienna, Chennai, Bucharest, Istanbul.
What airports are near Mandalay?
The main airport in Mandalay is Mandalay International. It is also served by Mandalay International, Monywa, Nyaung U, Heho.
What airports are near Colombo?
The main airport in Colombo is Bandaranaike International. It is also served by Sigiriya, Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala.
Which airlines fly between Mandalay and Colombo?
Currently, you can fly between Mandalay and Colombo with Myanmar Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways, AirAsia, Thai AirAsia.
When’s the best time to travel between Mandalay and Colombo?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Mandalay 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 Mandalay and Colombo?
Traveling between Mandalay 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 Mandalay?
There are a number of airports in and around Mandalay. The main one is Mandalay International and other nearby airports include Mandalay International, Monywa, Nyaung U, Heho
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 Sigiriya, Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Mandalay and Colombo depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Mandalay and Colombo arrive?
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