Flying from Colombo to Antalya Airport (AYT): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Antalya Airport (AYT) jetting off from here.
Antalya Airport is located in Antalya. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to AYT, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In high season, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is about 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Antalya Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Colombo to Antalya Airport, check out these options when leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to AYT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
75.71% of all departures from Bandaranaike International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Antalya Airport (AYT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Antalya Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near AYT:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Antalya Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, AllMeet rent a car or Right Cars and explore beyond Antalya's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Colombo to Antalya Airport flight.
Getting from Antalya Airport (AYT) to central Antalya
The centre of Antalya is around 8 kilometres from Antalya Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Antalya Airport (AYT)
Right now, ₹ 22,959 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Antalya Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 59,371. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to AYT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Colombo to Antalya Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Antalya Airport (AYT)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Antalya. August is when most people book flights from Colombo to Antalya Airport (AYT), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Antalya is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 35ºC. Book your Colombo to AYT flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Antalya Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Antalya
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Antalya Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Antalya:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Antalya Beach, Antalya and Kaleici are must-do's during your Antalya adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Antalya, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 177 kilometres north-east to Konya to check off its popular sights. From Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque to Süleymaniye Cami and Ahmed-i Serif Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Kütahya, about 290 kilometres north of Antalya. Kütahya Vase, Kütahya Kalesi and Valide Cami are the start of reasons to visit.
