Cheap flights from Phnom Penh to Colombo from £214

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Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£214
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Wed, Apr 29
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£215
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Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£217
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Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£217
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Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£219
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Fri, May 1
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£227
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Tue, Apr 28 – Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£392
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Wed, Apr 29 – Sat, May 2
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£404
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Sat, May 2 – Thu, May 7
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£404
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Sat, May 2 – Thu, May 7
Phnom Penh KTIColombo CMB
£409
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Sat, May 2 – Thu, May 7
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£412
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Thu, Apr 30 – Sat, May 2
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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£214

Cheapest round-trip

£392

Average round-trip

£423

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

SriLankan 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
Techo International Airport
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 Phnom Penh to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
IndiGo AirlinesIGO6ENo
Air CambodiaKHVK6No
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo

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 Apr
85%
31°C27°C
26 Apr
89%
30°C26°C
Monday
20 Apr
87%
30°C27°C
27 Apr
84%
30°C26°C
Tuesday
21 Apr
87%
31°C27°C
28 Apr
86%
30°C27°C
Wednesday
22 Apr
31°C27°C
29 Apr
84%
30°C27°C
Thursday
23 Apr
89%
31°C27°C
30 Apr
84%
30°C28°C
Friday
24 Apr
31°C27°C
1 May
89%
30°C28°C
Saturday
25 Apr
86%
30°C27°C
2 May
85%
30°C27°C
Travelers usually depart from Techo International Airport, or Phnom Penh International when they travel from Phnom Penh to Colombo. The most popular airlines for this route are SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, IndiGo Airlines, Air Cambodia, and Malaysia Airlines. Phnom Penh 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.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Phnom Penh?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Phnom Penh and Bangkok, London, Kuala Lumpur, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Denpasar, Bali, Phuket City, Manchester, Phuket Province, Chiang Mai, Singapore, Manila, Hanoi, Bristol, Jakarta, Edinburgh, Perth, Melbourne, Sydney.
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 Phnom Penh?
The main airport in Phnom Penh is Phnom Penh International. It is also served by Tan Son Nhat International, Sihanoukville International, Can Tho International, Rach Gia, Phnom Penh International.
What airports are near Colombo?
The main airport in Colombo is Bandaranaike International. It is also served by Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya.
Which airlines fly between Phnom Penh and Colombo?
Currently, you can fly between Phnom Penh and Colombo with SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, IndiGo Airlines, Air Cambodia, Malaysia Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Phnom Penh and Colombo?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh and Colombo?
Traveling between Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh?
There are a number of airports in and around Phnom Penh. The main one is Phnom Penh International and other nearby airports include Tan Son Nhat International, Sihanoukville International, Can Tho International, Rach Gia, Phnom Penh International
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 Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Phnom Penh and Colombo depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Phnom Penh and Colombo arrive?
What time do flights between Phnom Penh and Colombo depart?
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