Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo one hour 30 minutes behind Phuket.
Your HKT to CMB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HKT and CMB include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
At the moment, R 1,956 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,441. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HKT to CMB, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HKT to CMB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket International Airport, 65.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Phuket International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near HKT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the most popular month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Colombo in April.
When booking your flight from Phuket International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HKT to CMB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are the start of reasons to visit.