Travelling from Colombo to Krabi International Airport (KBV): What you need to know
The timezone in Krabi is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Krabi International Airport is located in Krabi.
Your flight from Colombo to KBV won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Colombo to KBV that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMB and KBV include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Krabi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
74% of flights that leave from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Krabi International Airport (KBV)
Reserve a hotel near KBV if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Krabi International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Krabi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Drive Car Hire, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car and chase adventure across Krabi and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Colombo to Krabi International Airport flight.
Getting from Krabi International Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
From Krabi International Airport, central Krabi is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Krabi International Airport (KBV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Krabi International Airport is R 2,764. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,700. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to KBV if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Colombo to Krabi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Krabi International Airport (KBV)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Krabi International Airport (KBV). January is the busiest month to visit Krabi. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in October.
Book a Colombo to KBV plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Krabi to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Krabi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Krabi
Start your Krabi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Krabi International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Railay Beach, Railay Beach Viewpoint and Railay West Beach are top sights which should be on any well-planned Krabi itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Krabi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north of Krabi, a visit to Surat Thani will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Masjid Jamek, Wat Tha Sai and Wat Nikon Prasart.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 113 kilometres east of Krabi. Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol are among the biggest draws.