Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Colombo: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Hyderabad (the location of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport).
With ten weekly flights between the two airports, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the busiest route. Hop on SriLankan Airlines's 09:50 flight to get your trip from HYD to CMB underway.
Leave enough time to get on your HYD to Colombo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo tickets are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) will be your arrival point.
Be on the lookout for offers from IndiGo. This carrier operates direct flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from HYD to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
Travelling from central Hyderabad to HYD takes about 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near HYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.37% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Colombo
ج.م. 4,844 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 9,757. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from HYD to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your HYD to Colombo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HYD to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its popular sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, your itinerary will be busy.
Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without visiting Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
