Travelling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Stockholm, where Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your ARN to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from ARN to Colombo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near ARN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, data shows 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Colombo
₹ 17,958 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 59,584. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from ARN to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ARN to Colombo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ARN to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
