Travelling from Phoenix to Colombo: what you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Phoenix to Colombo.
Disembark at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the primary gateway of Colombo.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Phoenix to Colombo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Colombo
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Phoenix to Colombo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Finding a stopover on your Phoenix to Colombo flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save cash on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A key stop when taking off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
PHX is about 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
82.57% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from PHX.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Phoenix to Colombo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is approximately 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Phoenix to Phoenix. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Phoenix in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to Colombo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap flights from Phoenix to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Colombo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Colombo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
