Travelling from Colombo to Goa International Airport (GOI): What you need to know
Goa International Airport is located in Goa. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to GOI, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to GOI that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between CMB and GOI include:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Goa International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of the departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
About Goa International Airport (GOI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Goa International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GOI instead:
Getting from Goa International Airport (GOI) to central Goa
Goa International Airport is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Goa. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Goa International Airport (GOI)
Currently, RM539 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Goa International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,004. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to GOI, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Colombo to Goa International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Colombo to Goa International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Goa International Airport (GOI)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. October is the quietest month to visit Goa. February is when most people book flights from Colombo to Goa International Airport (GOI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Colombo to GOI plane ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Goa to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Goa International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Goa
Start your Goa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Goa International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Seashells beach, Mandovi RIver and Cansaulim Beach are top sights which should be on any well-planned Goa itinerary.
Explore more of India
Goa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 137 kilometres east of Goa, a visit to Hubli will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Shri Saibaba Swami Temple, Shri Radha Krishna Temple and Taj gateway, hubli.
Sāngli is another sought-after destination in India and is around 177 kilometres northeast of Goa. No journey is complete without experiencing BAPS SHREE SWAMINARAYAN MANDIR, SANGLI, Shri Laxminarayan Mandir and Statue Of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.