Travelling from Ottawa to Colombo: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa International Airport (YOW), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Ottawa to Colombo.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) is where your flight will arrive in Colombo.
Colombo is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Ottawa to Colombo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Colombo
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Colombo flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Ottawa International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Ottawa to Colombo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
65% of flights that leave from Ottawa International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Colombo Bandaranayake 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 Colombo Bandaranayake Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Ottawa to Colombo has touched down.
After your flight from Ottawa to Colombo, kick back at a hotel close to RML. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa to Colombo. August is the busiest month for a trip to Colombo. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Ottawa to Colombo ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Colombo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Ottawa to Colombo:
Mount Lavinia Beach. And Sri Gangaramaya are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Colombo travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Independence Square.