Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO): what you need to know
Colombo and Lucknow are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To ensure you get on your CMB to LKO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CMB and LKO:
Chennai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
R 2,572 is the best price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,714. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from CMB to LKO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights that take off from Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Bandaranaike International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CMB:
Arriving at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LKO instead:
Getting from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to central Lucknow
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to central Lucknow has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Lucknow. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Lucknow, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to LKO in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Lucknow. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Kanpur is another favourite destination in India and is around 72 kilometres south-west of Lucknow. No journey is complete without dropping by Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
