Cheap flights from Maputo to Colombo from £525
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How much do flights to Colombo cost?
Cheapest one-way trip | £525 |
|---|---|
Cheapest round-trip | £1,142 |
Includes rare itinerary | |
Most popular airline | LAM Mozambique Airlines |
Getting from Colombo airport to the city center
Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus or airport shuttle.
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
Check-in for a flight from Maputo to Colombo
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAM Mozambique Airlines | LAM | TM | Yes |
| Qatar Airways | QTR | QR | Yes |
| Ethiopian Airlines | ETH | ET | Yes |
| Fly Dubai | FDB | FZ | Yes |
| SriLankan Airlines | ALK | UL | Yes |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Colombo
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 30°C | 23°C |
| February | 31°C | 23°C |
| March | 31°C | 25°C |
| April | 31°C | 26°C |
| May | 30°C | 26°C |
| June | 29°C | 25°C |
| July | 29°C | 25°C |
| August | 28°C | 25°C |
| September | 29°C | 25°C |
| October | 29°C | 25°C |
| November | 29°C | 24°C |
| December | 29°C | 23°C |
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