Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CMB to BCN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CMB and BCN:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, R 4,559 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,264. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights that depart Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
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For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CMB to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another standout destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.