Travelling from Colombo to Pune Airport (PNQ): what you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Colombo to Pune Airport (PNQ).
Pune (where Pune Airport is located) and Colombo share the UTC+5:30 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Colombo to PNQ.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Colombo to PNQ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The distance from central Colombo to CMB is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Pune Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
About Pune Airport (PNQ)
Consider staying in a hotel near PNQ if you're taking a late flight from Colombo to Pune Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Pune Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Pune. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 27 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Pune Airport is R 2,097. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,428. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Colombo to PNQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Colombo to Pune Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Colombo to PNQ.
Customise your trip using filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Colombo to Pune Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Pune Airport (PNQ)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Colombo to Pune Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Pune, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Pune. April is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Colombo to PNQ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 40ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Colombo to Pune Airport in January when temperatures average between 15ºC and 31ºC.
More about Pune
After booking your flight from Colombo to Pune Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pune:
One of the best ways to experience Pune is to check out its popular attractions. Some highlights include Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.
Complete your Pune trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Pune and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Colombo to Pune Airport.