Travelling from Oslo to Colombo: what you need to know
Oslo has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Oslo to Colombo departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Touch down at Colombo's primary gateway, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo four hours 30 minutes ahead of Oslo.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Oslo to Colombo flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Colombo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Oslo to Colombo flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Oslo to Colombo across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
We make it easy to book an Oslo to Colombo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen? If you're boarding an early flight from Oslo to Colombo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% of flights complete their journey on time.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 88 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your flight from Oslo to Colombo:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67%.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Oslo to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Oslo to Colombo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Oslo during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Oslo to Oslo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in an Oslo to Colombo ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Oslo to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Colombo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.