Flying from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN) taking off from here.
The timezone in Nadi is UTC+12, which is six hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Nadi International Airport is located in Nadi.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to NAN, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Travelling from central Colombo to RML takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Split up your flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and NAN include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can reach CMB from the centre of Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to NAN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Nadi International Airport (NAN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NAN:
Follow your own route with a Nadi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji and see more of Nadi and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Colombo to Nadi International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Currently, RM2,456 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Nadi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM5,342. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to NAN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Colombo to Nadi International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
February is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN), while June is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Nadi based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Colombo to NAN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Nadi, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Nadi International Airport in August when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Nadi
Start your Nadi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Fiji 4WD Safaris and Mana Flyer are just two of the top attractions to put on your Nadi must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wailoaloa Beach Market.
Explore more of Fiji
Suva is just one of the many cities in Fiji waiting to be discovered after you've seen Nadi. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Suva Harbour, Albert Park and Ratu Sukuna Park.
Where to next? Make your way to Nambukeru. It's roughly 97 kilometres north of Nadi and boasts highlights like Sawa-i-Lau Island.