Flying from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the two main airports in Oslo.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Oslo. Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Oslo to CMB.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Oslo to CMB leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Oslo Airport Gardermoen:
Of all flights departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% arrive on time at their destination.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
You can reach TRF from the centre of Oslo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to CMB flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Torp Sandefjord Airport:
Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.77%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you have a late flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CMB:
Pick up 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 leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
The centre of Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
RM1,641 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport. A return flight starts from RM2,576. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Oslo to CMB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). August is when most people visit Colombo. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
When booking your Oslo to CMB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Oslo to Bandaranaike International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Mt Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya are major attractions which should be on every Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore other parts of Sri Lanka. Journey about 209 kilometres north-east to Trincomalee to check off its top sights. From Nilaveli Beach to Sea View Point and Uppuveli, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kalmunai is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 209 kilometres east of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.