Flying from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR): What you need to know
Colombo and Raipur (where Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport is located) share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Colombo to RPR.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to RPR leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
About Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
Book a hotel close to RPR if you have a late flight from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR) to central Raipur
Central Raipur is around 14 kilometres from Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
ج.م. 7,791 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 15,734. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to RPR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Colombo to RPR.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR). April is the busiest month to visit Raipur. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in October.
The warmest month in Raipur is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your Colombo to RPR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC.
More about Raipur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Raipur right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Colombo to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport:
Lal Qila, The Red Fort and Shri Jagannath Swamy Mandir are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Raipur to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Somnath Temple.
Explore more of India
Raipur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. Around 274 kilometres west of Raipur, a trip to Nagpur will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Central India Tiger Camps, Tiger Jungle Safari - Jungle Safari Tours | Tadoba Jungle Safari Booking | Jungle Safari | Wildlife Tours | Resort Booking and Gorewada Tiger Safari.
Around 225 kilometres south of Raipur, Nowrangapur is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sri Sidhibinayak Temple, Sri Gundicha Mandira and Shri 1008 Adinath Digambar Jinalaya.
