Travelling from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) leaving from here.
The average duration of a direct Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Jakarta. Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
You can choose from 7 direct flights a week between Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). This is the most popular route, with SriLankan Airlines offering a 2:25pm departure from CGK to CMB.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Jakarta to CMB. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Fly without interruptions from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) can be booked from here.
SriLankan Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport taking off from CGK.
SriLankan Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from CGK to CMB.
Among carriers on this route, SriLankan Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Jakarta to CMB with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between CGK and CMB include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
CGK is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
73.0% of flights that depart Soekarno-Hatta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
You can get to HLP from central Jakarta in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Jakarta to CMB flight? Relax in a hotel near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Book a hotel near CMB if you're catching a late flight from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and venture far and wide through Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
ج.م. 5,923 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 14,194. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Jakarta to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
August is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Visit Colombo in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your Jakarta to CMB flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Jakarta to Bandaranaike International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Mt Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Trincomalee is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Colombo. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Uppuveli.
Kalmunai is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 209 kilometres east of Colombo. No journey is complete without visiting Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.
