Flying from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Amritsar and Colombo follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Give yourself enough time to make your ATQ to CMB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATQ and CMB:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is R 2,560. A return plane ticket right now is R 5,209. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ATQ to CMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
Of the departures from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, 66.4% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport from central Amritsar, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ATQ:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Follow your own route with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and discover more of Colombo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATQ to CMB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its top sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Jaffna is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without seeing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.