Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Gan Island is 30 minutes behind Colombo and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Each week, there are five Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, opt for the 12:15 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 12:15 with SriLankan Airlines.
To ensure you catch your CMB to GAN flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
SriLankan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Gan Island (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Maldives!). Browse the direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is SriLankan Airlines.
With 75.0% of its services arriving as scheduled, SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CMB to GAN flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
At the moment, R 3,264 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,910. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from CMB to GAN by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights that take off from Bandaranaike International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GAN instead:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
Gan/Seenu Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Gan Island. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
January is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Gan Island in April.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport for April if you want to go to Gan Island during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to GAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Maldives
Hithadhoo is just one of the many cities in Maldives waiting to be explored after you've experienced Gan Island. Around 13 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Eidigali Kilhi, Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square.
Time for another stop? Journey to Mahibadhoo. It's roughly 499 kilometres north of Gan Island and features highlights including Guest beach and Omadhoo.