Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
New York is ten hours 30 minutes behind Colombo and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CMB to EWR flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CMB and EWR:
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport flight is R 8,848. A return plane ticket is currently R 15,167. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CMB to EWR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Of the flights that depart from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, 69% land on time at their destination.
Central Colombo to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CMB? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New York Newark Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
Reserving your ride from New York Newark Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to central New York
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York Newark Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of New York. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
December is the most popular month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to New York in September.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to New York Newark Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to EWR in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.