Flying from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Taipei, where Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your TPE to Colombo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near TPE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
74.72% of flights that depart Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Colombo
R 2,718 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 6,447. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from TPE to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your TPE to Colombo flight, settle in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TPE to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Colombo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another well-known destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.