Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Austin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your AUS to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Many passengers pass through London Heathrow Airport when flying between AUS and CMB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
R 10,384 is the lowest price for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 16,473. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUS to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AUS to CMB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AUS arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.23% of the time.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and discover more of Colombo and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from AUS to CMB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've seen Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you're interested in discovering 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 among the biggest draws.
