Travelling from Taipei to Colombo: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Taipei to Colombo. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's main airports.
Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the primary gateway of Colombo.
Colombo is two hours 30 minutes behind Taipei and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Taipei to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Colombo
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Taipei to Colombo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Taipei to Colombo.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
TPE is about 32 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.72% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to Colombo? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 91% of them landing within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Taipei to Colombo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is approximately 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Taipei to Taipei. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Taipei in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Taipei to Colombo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Taipei to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Taipei to Colombo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you want to check out another major destination in Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are highlights.
