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Fri, Nov 6
Pattaya UTPColombo CMB
£211
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Wed, Nov 4
Pattaya UTPColombo CMB
£219
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Wed, Nov 4
Pattaya UTPColombo CMB
£235
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Mon, Nov 9
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Pattaya UTPColombo CMB
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Wed, Nov 4 – Sun, Nov 8
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£439
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Fri, Nov 6 – Mon, Nov 9
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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£211

Cheapest round-trip

£420

Average round-trip

£475

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Thai Lion Air

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
U-Tapao International
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
154
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 Pattaya to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Thai Lion AirTLMSLYes
Bangkok AirwaysBKPPGNo
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
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
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
25 Oct
88%
28°C26°C
1 Nov
25%
28°C26°C
Monday
26 Oct
89%
27°C26°C
2 Nov
68%
28°C26°C
Tuesday
27 Oct
86%
28°C26°C
3 Nov
79%
28°C26°C
Wednesday
28 Oct
87%
29°C27°C
4 Nov
85%
28°C25°C
Thursday
29 Oct
86%
29°C27°C
5 Nov
80%
28°C25°C
Friday
30 Oct
75%
28°C27°C
6 Nov
81%
28°C26°C
Saturday
31 Oct
60%
28°C27°C
7 Nov
81%
28°C26°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Thai Lion Air, Bangkok Airways, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, and Thai AirAsia. Pattaya and Colombo have 154 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 Pattaya?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Pattaya and Chiang Mai, Phuket Province, Phuket City, Kuala Lumpur, Ko Samui, Bangkok, Denpasar, Tel Aviv, Singapore, Manila, Bucharest, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Hyderabad, Dubai, Tokyo, Amsterdam, Charlotte, Mexico City, Kolkata.

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 Pattaya?

The main airport in Pattaya is U-Tapao International. It is also served by Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang International, U-Tapao International, Hua Hin, Trat.

Which airlines fly between Pattaya and Colombo?

Currently, you can fly between Pattaya and Colombo with Thai Lion Air, Bangkok Airways, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Thai AirAsia.

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

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Pattaya 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 Pattaya and Colombo?

Traveling between Pattaya 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 Pattaya?

There are a number of airports in and around Pattaya. The main one is U-Tapao International and other nearby airports include Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang International, U-Tapao International, Hua Hin, Trat

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Pattaya 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 Pattaya, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

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

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