Travelling from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Palma, where Palma de Mallorca Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To avoid missing your PMI to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a flight ticket from PMI to Colombo with a stopover is a breeze. Whether you want to potentially save on your fare or add a new city to your itinerary, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A top stop on this route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central Palma to PMI takes around 2 hours 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to PMI:
Palma de Mallorca Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that depart PMI arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Colombo
ج.م. 15,992 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 41,482. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from PMI to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PMI to Colombo flight, rest your head at a hotel near CMB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before scheduling your flights from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PMI 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
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Colombo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should feature on any good 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 check off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Trincomalee is another favourite destination 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.
