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Flight deals from Beirut to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beirut Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,506. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 5,500 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Beirut on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,500, select.
Colombo.R 5,754 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Beirut on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,754, select.
Colombo.R 5,904 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Beirut on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,904, select.
Colombo.R 5,930 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Beirut on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,930, select.
Colombo.R 5,982 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Beirut on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,982, select.
Colombo.R 6,433 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Beirut on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,433, select.
Colombo.R 8,206 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Beirut on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,206, select.
Colombo.R 8,216 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Beirut on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,216, select.
Colombo.R 8,417 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Beirut on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,417, select.
Colombo.R 8,439 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Beirut on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,439, select.
Colombo.R 12,835 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Beirut on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,835, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beirut to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beirut to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 5,904
Jun
from R 5,500
Jul
from R 5,982
Aug
from R 5,754
Sep
from R 5,930
Oct
from R 8,417
Nov
from R 8,206
Dec
from R 8,216
Jan
from R 8,439
Feb
from R 12,835
Mar
from R 6,433
Apr
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Alternative Beirut to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Beirut to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from R 5,500
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Beirut to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,500
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Beirut to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Beirut to Colombo is R 7,555. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Beirut to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 7,555.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Beirut to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Beirut to Colombo is usually June.
If you're flying from Beirut Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from R 7,555.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beirut Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, 10 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Beirut Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is located in Beirut. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Beirut.

  • To avoid rushing for your BEY to Colombo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from BEY to Colombo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

    • King Fahd International Airport (DMM)

  • To get to BEY from central Beirut, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BEY:

  • 76.7% of flights that take off from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Colombo

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo flight is R 5,500. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,555. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BEY to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from BEY to Colombo.

  • Find an affordable flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Following your BEY to Colombo flight, unwind at a hotel near CMB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before you book your flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • Before locking in your Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from BEY to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are a couple of big attractions to add to your Colombo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are among its highlights.

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