Travelling from Colombo to Yangon International Airport (RGN): What you need to know
The timezone in Yangon is UTC+6:30, which is one hour ahead of Colombo. Yangon International Airport is located in Yangon.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to RGN, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like February or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to RGN that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CMB and RGN include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Colombo to Yangon International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
74% of flights leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.
About Yangon International Airport (RGN)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Yangon International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RGN:
Getting from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to central Yangon
Central Yangon is around 14 kilometres from Yangon International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
₹ 23,753 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Yangon International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 46,562. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to RGN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Yangon International Airport (RGN). June is when most people visit Yangon. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in October.
When booking your Colombo to RGN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Yangon, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Yangon International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC.
More about Yangon
After booking your flight from Colombo to Yangon International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Yangon:
Shwedagon Pagoda and St. Mary's Cathedral are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Yangon must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Bogyoke Aung San Market.
Explore more of Myanmar
Thaton is just one of the many places in Myanmar waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Yangon. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Hindu Mahatiwa Temple, Lake Inn Kaliamman Temple and thaton.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Myanmar, head for Taungoo, about 225 kilometres north of Yangon. Shwe Sandaw Pagoda, Naw Bu Baw Prayer Mountain and Myat Saw Nyi Naung Pagoda are key reasons to visit.