Flying from Trincomalee Airport (TRR) to Colombo: what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to make your TRR to Colombo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Trincomalee to TRR takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near TRR? If you're boarding an early flight from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
How to find the cheapest flights from Trincomalee Airport (TRR) to Colombo
R 3,984 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Trincomalee Airport to Colombo flight. Return flight tickets start from R 6,811. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from TRR to Colombo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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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 about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your TRR to Colombo flight:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Trincomalee Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from TRR to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Trincomalee Airport to Colombo, browse our selection of hotels including:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are a couple of major attractions to add to your Colombo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience major highlights starting with Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
