Flying from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Brussels. Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Brussels to CMB. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Brussels to CMB with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and CMB include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport reach their destination on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to CMB flight? Relax in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
71.71% of flights departing Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Central Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport is ₹ 22,733. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 53,386. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to CMB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport ticket.
Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Brussels to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Brussels to CMB flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Bandaranaike International Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Colombo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Mt Lavinia Beach followed by Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Trincomalee is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen Colombo. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Uppuveli.
Around 209 kilometres east of Colombo, Kalmunai is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.
