Flying from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Vadodara and Colombo are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BDQ to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BDQ and CMB include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Currently, R 1,966 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,540. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from BDQ to CMB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BDQ to CMB.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Of the flights that depart from Vadodara Airport, 70.74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Vadodara Airport from central Vadodara, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BDQ:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're landing on a late Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near CMB:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and explore beyond Colombo's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Vadodara Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BDQ to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka you should also see. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
