Travelling from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main options.
Colombo is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC. Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to CMB, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard 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.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to CMB flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
When booking your flight ticket from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reserve a hotel near CMB if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
The centre of Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Right now, ج.م. 22,797 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 42,007. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Washington DC to CMB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Colombo. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Book a Washington DC to CMB flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Bandaranaike International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Colombo when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Mt Lavinia Beach followed by Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Trincomalee is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Colombo. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Uppuveli.
Kalmunai is another well-known destination in Sri Lanka and is around 209 kilometres east of Colombo. No journey is complete without a visit to Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.
