Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo five hours behind Adelaide.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ADL to CMB flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ADL and CMB include:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is RM1,127. A round-trip ticket right now is RM2,291. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADL to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from ADL to CMB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights that take off from Adelaide Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Adelaide Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ADL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you have a late Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMB:
Travel at your own speed with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and venture far and wide through Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ADL to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without visiting Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.