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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£627

Cheapest round-trip

£1,204

Average round-trip

£1,356

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Ethiopian Airlines

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
Roberts International
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
210
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 Monrovia to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes
Kenya AirwaysKQAKQNo
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
Fly DubaiFDBFZYes
EmiratesUAEEKNo

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
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
11 Oct
83%
29°C26°C
18 Oct
77%
29°C28°C
Monday
12 Oct
63%
28°C26°C
19 Oct
19%
29°C28°C
Tuesday
13 Oct
83%
28°C26°C
20 Oct
80%
29°C27°C
Wednesday
14 Oct
83%
29°C26°C
21 Oct
62%
29°C27°C
Thursday
15 Oct
65%
29°C26°C
22 Oct
57%
28°C27°C
Friday
16 Oct
79%
29°C28°C
23 Oct
63%
29°C27°C
Saturday
17 Oct
67%
29°C28°C
24 Oct
24%
29°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Fly Dubai, and Emirates. Monrovia and Colombo have 210 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 Monrovia?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Monrovia and London, Accra, Lagos, Minneapolis, Melbourne, Conakry, Ho Chi Minh City, Freetown, Paris, Des Moines, Abuja, Nairobi, New York, Salt Lake City, Yerevan, Bergen, Hanoi, Edmonton, Oslo, Lisbon.

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.

Which airlines fly between Monrovia and Colombo?

Currently, you can fly between Monrovia and Colombo with Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Fly Dubai, Emirates.

When’s the best time to travel between Monrovia and Colombo?

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What flights operate between Monrovia and Colombo?

Traveling between Monrovia 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.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Monrovia and Colombo depart?

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What time do flights between Monrovia 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.

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