Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To avoid missing your JED to Colombo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from JED to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
JED is around 14 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near JED. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from JED touch down on schedule 81.7% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Colombo
ج.م. 6,325 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 15,092. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from JED to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across the month and score an awesome deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JED to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your JED to Colombo flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before securing your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JED to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
