Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Phoenix and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PHX to CMB flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between PHX and CMB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Right now, R 9,285 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,397. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHX to CMB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that depart PHX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're getting in on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near CMB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and explore beyond Colombo's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to the centre of Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Colombo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PHX to CMB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its top sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Jaffna is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
