Flying from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when organising your flight from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Book a direct Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt. Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services each week. You can get from FRA to CMB on SriLankan Airlines's 3:05pm flight.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to CMB. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) operate from here.
Book your direct flight from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport with SriLankan Airlines. This popular airline operates services from FRA.
SriLankan Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from FRA to CMB.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is SriLankan Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to CMB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on time at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Frankfurt to CMB flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CMB and get cosy, quick:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Colombo. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport is RM1,058. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,147. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To snap up cheap flights from Frankfurt to CMB, book your plane ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Colombo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Frankfurt to CMB plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Bandaranaike International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Mt Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Colombo, a trip to Trincomalee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Uppuveli.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Sri Lanka, consider Kalmunai, roughly 209 kilometres east of Colombo. Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil are among its highlights.