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Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 2,057 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,057, select.
Colombo.R 2,100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,100, select.
Colombo.R 2,100 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,100, select.
Colombo.R 2,102 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,102, select.
Colombo.R 2,102 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,102, select.
Colombo.R 2,106 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,106, select.
Colombo.R 2,131 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,131, select.
Colombo.R 2,377 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Ho Chi Minh City on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,377, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from R 2,100
Jul
from R 2,057
Aug
from R 2,102
Sep
from R 2,131
Oct
from R 2,106
Nov
from R 2,102
Dec
from R 2,100
Jan
from R 2,377
Feb
from R 2,384
Mar
from R 2,416
Apr
from R 3,058
May
from R 3,274

Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,060
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake is R 4,534. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 4,528.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Wednesday, 9 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Colombo is one hour 30 minutes behind Ho Chi Minh City and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your SGN to CMB flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SGN and CMB:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Right now, R 2,060 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,528. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SGN to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SGN to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

  • Of all flights leaving Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • If you're coming in on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CMB:

  • Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SGN to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.